"Linux makes interacting with your PC and your apps quite straightforward. Anything you can do on proprietary operating systems like Windows and MacOS, you can do with the open-source OS, from the simple to the complicated. Often, however, the simplest tasks can be a bit confusing, especially when you're new to something. For instance, how do you delete a directory (aka "folder") on Linux? Also: The first 8 Linux commands every new user should learn Sounds simple, right? It is! Just like on MacOS or Windows, deleting a directory on Linux can be handled by anyone, regardless of skill level."
"Method 1: From the file manager What you'll need: The only things you'll need for this are a desktop Linux distribution and a directory to delete. I'll demonstrate this on Pop!_OS with the COSMIC desktop, but the process will be similar, regardless of Linux distro or desktop environment. I recommend creating a test directory to avoid accidentally removing the wrong one. To create a new directory within the file manager, right-click on any blank spot in a directory and click New Folder. If you're using KDE Plasma, you'd right-click a blank spot in the file manager and then click Create New > Folder. This process works for both empty directories and directories that house files/folders."
Linux supports simple directory deletion through multiple methods. The graphical file manager allows creating and removing folders using context menus, works across desktop environments, and can delete empty or populated directories; users can empty the trash to permanently remove items. The command line removal uses the rm command; users must open a terminal and change into the directory location before running commands. A recommended precaution is to create a test directory to avoid accidental deletion. An additional secure deletion method is available for more permanent removal of directory contents.
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