IntroToLinux

5. Home Directory Concepts

The /home Directory Structure

Every user gets their own directory under /home/username. This is where users can:

• Create files and folders
• Store personal data
• Install user-specific programs

User’s Home Directory

Your home directory (/home/username) is:

• Referenced by $HOME environment variable
• Accessible via ~ shortcut
• Your default location when logging in

• Only place where you have full write permissions

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