The Unix/Linux dd command is also known as “disk destroyer” if you swap if and of args even once 😭
Replying to @nixCraft@mastodon.social
Think twice before you hit that enter key and keep verified backups
Replying to @nixCraft@mastodon.social
Why don't Unix or Linux developers add safety nets, such as confirmation prompt to the dd command by default? That would save lots of headaches 😅
Replying to @nixCraft@mastodon.social
@nixCraft Unix is built on the "you asked for it - you got it" principle. It's not Windows.