bash-scripting

Practicing bash scripting

Alert and Maintenance Scripts

Overview

This repository contains three Bash scripts for managing and monitoring a specific directory:

• alert.sh: Plays an alert sound if a certain directory doesn't exist.
• check_lol.sh: Checks the directory status, moves it if it exists, or shuts down the system otherwise.
• remove_lol.sh: Removes the directory if it exists.

Prerequisites

• Linux System: Ensure you are running a Linux system.
• Bash: Make sure Bash is installed on your machine.
• Audio Player: Ensure you have a command-line audio player installed for alert.sh (e.g., play).

Setup

1. Clone the Repository:

git clone https://github.com/farhaanmohmmed1/bash-scripting.git

2. Modify Paths:

Update the directory paths in the scripts to match your environment. For example:

Original path

/home/kali/Desktop/lol

Modified path

/path/to/your/dir/lol

3. Make Scripts Executable:

chmod +x alert.sh chmod +x check_lol.sh chmod +x remove_lol.sh

4. Run Scripts:

./alert.sh ./check_lol.sh ./remove_lol.sh

Extra Functionality

To enhance the functionality of these scripts, you can automate their execution by configuring them as a service, scheduling them via cron, or placing them in the rc0.d directory for execution during system shutdown.

Service Files:

Running these scripts as a service ensures they start automatically at boot and manage themselves according to your configuration, providing a robust and reliable automation mechanism.

Crontab:

Utilizing cron jobs allows you to schedule these scripts at specific intervals or times. This is ideal for regular checks and maintenance, ensuring your system stays updated without manual intervention.

rc0.d Directory:

Placing scripts in the rc0.d directory ensures they run during system shutdown. This is perfect for cleanup tasks or final status checks before the system powers down.