How I automate basic tasks on Linux with bash scripts - and why you should try it

The_Pixel/Getty Images Bash scripts are one area of Linux that help to make it the marvel of flexibility and efficiency that it is. I have used bash scripts for just about everything, from backups to user creation, and much more, but there is one area where bash scripts really shine -- automation. Also: The first 5 Linux commands every new user should learn You might be thinking this is too challenging for your skills, but you would be surprised at how easy it can actually be. What I am going to do is show you how to use bash scripts and the Linux terminal to update several Linux machines at once. Are you ready for this? Let's do it. How to use bash scripts to automate tasks on Linux What you will need: The only things you will need for this are at least two or three Linux machines (on the same LAN) and a user with sudo privileges. That is it. 1. Write the script Open a terminal window and create the script with the command: Show more nano updates.sh Paste the following into t ... Read full article.