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How to Insert a Line at the Beginning of a File on Linux

  • linuxconfig.org; By Lubos Rendek (Posted by on EDT)
  • Story Type: Tutorial; Groups: Linux
In Linux, modifying files from the command line is a common task. Whether you need to prepend configuration parameters, add headers to text files, or make bulk edits, knowing how to insert a line at the beginning of a file can be very useful. This article explores several methods to achieve this efficiently.
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