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Master LVM Storage: Step-by-Step Guide to LVM Partitioning

Karthick Dkk
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7 min readOct 21, 2024

DevOps Engineer’s Guide to Mastering LVM Partitioning on Linux

Hello Mate! Welcome to another one. In this blog, we will Learn LVM Partitioning Like a Pro: Complete Guide for Linux Users.

LVM, or Logical Volume Manager, is a tool in Linux that helps manage your computer’s storage more easily and flexibly. Think of it as a way to handle your hard drives and partitions without the usual headaches of traditional partitioning.

Why LVM is Needed:

Flexible Storage Management:

Normally, once you set up a partition (a section of your hard drive), it’s hard to change its size. With LVM, you can change the size of these partitions whenever you need, without a big fuss. Imagine being able to add space to your computer’s “storage bins” whenever they start to fill up.

Resize Partitions on the Fly:

With LVM, you can make your storage bigger or smaller while still using your computer. No need to shut down or take a break. It’s like expanding a suitcase while you’re still packing!

Combining Multiple Drives:

LVM lets you take multiple hard drives or partitions and combine them into one big storage area. Instead of managing each disk separately, you…

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Karthick Dkk
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DevSecOps Engineer passionate about Linux, cloud computing, and automation. Talks about Personal Development and Money.

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