If you have multiple Linux machines on your network and are looking for ways to transfer files between them, here are five tried and true options - including my favorite, Samba.

In spite of the huge differences between Linux and Windows, sharing files between the systems is surprisingly easy. Here’s a look at two very different ways to make this happen.

Jack Wallen continues his Linux 101 series, with an introduction on how to copy files and directories from the command line.

Here's how to take your documents, bookmarks, preferences and system settings along when you switch from Windows to Linux. Also, tips on how to choose replacement applications.

You can run a series of Linux commands to copy multiple files to a folder or copy a single file to multiple folders, but you can save time and trouble by using xargs, loops and scripts.