How to partition, format and use a new storage device for Linux
So you've got a shiny new hard drive that you want to add to your Linux system but not quite sure what to do once you open the case and plug the drive in. Or you're brand new to Linux and you need to know how to partition and format your drive for a new install. This guide will help you accomplish that so that you can use all of that new space.
But don't fret, oh external drive users and flash memory device owners. This guide also applies to all external and internal storage devices. If you can store files on it, we'll format it.
Newbie note: I'm not going to cover actually how to install your new hard drive if it's an internal model or how to plug an external drive into the USB port. This guide starts from the point that you've installed it or plugged it in. You also need to be familiar with how to use the shell, issue commands from the command line and log in as root.
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