How to Archive Folders in Linux (tar and gzip tutorial) - Linux Crash Course Series

In the Linux Crash Course series, we'll go over one important foundational Linux topic each episode. This series includes tutorials, demonstrations, and more! In this episode, Jay will go over the basics of archiving folders on Linux systems. More specifically, examples of the tar and gzip commands are shown. Thank you so much to Linode for sponsoring the Linux Crash Course series! Check them out and spin up your very own Linux server in less than two minutes ➜ https://learnlinux.link/akamai 📖 Check out my brand-new Linux Troubleshooting eBook! Contains expert strategies to help you level-up your System Administration game. Packed with advice, best practices as well as some Linux-related life hacks! • Check it out here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/troubleshooti... 📖 Check out my brand-new Linux Troubleshooting eBook! Contains expert strategies to help you level-up your System Administration game. Packed with advice, best practices as well as some Linux-related life hacks! • Check it out here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/troubleshooti... 🔥 Top Recommendations • Get $100 Credit to Practice on Akamai (Linode) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linode • Linux Commands Cheat Sheet ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-commands • 30% Off Linux Foundation Certifications (Use code "LEARNLINUXTV") ➜ https://learnlinux.link/lf • Professional tutoring from yours truly ➜ https://learnlinux.link/tutor-me 🛠️ SysAdmin Tools • Monitor your Infrastructure like a Pro with Netdata ➜ https://learnlinux.link/netdata • Check out TinyPilot, a Pi-Based Remote Access Solution ➜ https://learnlinux.link/tinypilot • Tips for Switching to Linux (ebook) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-desktop... 🛡️ Privacy & Privacy • Safeguard your Internet activity with Proton VPN (70% off) ➜ https://go.getproton.me/aff_c?offer_i... • Get Proton end-to-end Encrypted Email for $1/month ➜ https://go.getproton.me/aff_c?offer_i... ❤️ Support the Channel • Enjoyed the video? Your support keeps this channel independent! • Become a Channel Member (Ad-Free & Early Access) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/join • Support on Patreon ➜ https://learnlinux.link/patron 🛍️ Featured Merch • "apt install coffee" T-Shirt (My personal favorite) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/apt-install-c... • Proxmox T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/proxmox-shirt • Explore the Full Shop ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv 🕐 Time Codes 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - Spin up your very own Linux-based cloud server with Linode (sponsor) 02:22 - Creating a copy of the /etc (used in the examples) 04:38 - The tar command 05:17 - Basic usage of the tar command 08:36 - Viewing the contents of a tar file 10:53 - Viewing the contents of a tar file (in verbose mode) 13:41 - How to extract a tar file 15:46 - The gzip command 16:42 - Basic usage of the gzip command 18:10 - Uncompressing a gzip file with the gunzip command 20.04 - Combining tar and gzip to create a compressed archive 22:58 - Viewing the contents of a gzipped tar file 23:33 - Extracting a gzipped tar file*🎓 Full Linux Courses* • Linux Crash Course ➜ https://linux.video/cc • Netdata ➜ https://linux.video/netdata • tmux ➜ https://linux.video/tmux • vim ➜ https://linux.video/vim • Bash Scripting ➜ https://linux.video/bash • Proxmox VE ➜ https://linux.video/pve • Ansible (Paid) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/ansible • LPI Linux Essentials (Paid) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-essentials 🎓 More About Learn Linux TV • Main site ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv • Community Forums ➜ https://community.learnlinux.tv • Github Account ➜ https://github.com/LearnLinuxTV • Content Ethics ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/content-ethics • Request Paid Assistance ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/request-ass... Note: Some links mentioned here are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, it helps support Learn Linux TV at no additional cost to you. ⚠️ Use Content Responsibly Learn Linux TV shares technical content intended to teach and help you, but it comes with no warranty. The channel is not liable for any damages from its use. Always ensure you have proper permissions, follow company policies, and comply with all applicable laws while working with infrastructure. #LinuxTutorial #LearnLinux #Linux