Linux commands to have fun on Terminal
The Linux command line is not only a place for complex and powerful commands but also a fun playground. In this article, I have compiled a list of interesting Linux commands you can have fun with.
1. cmatrix
The first in the list has to be cmatrix. Ever wanted the feel of a “movie-like” terminal to show off your Linux skills? This one’s for you!
Installation:
sudo apt install cmatrixExecute:
cmatrix
2. xcowsay
For absolutely no reason, watch a cow say things for you. The xcowsay command accepts a text and displays a cow speaking it.
Installation:
sudo apt install xcowsayExecute:
xcowsay Linux is Fun!
3. sl
Wanna travel with Command-Line? The steam Locomotive command is the right pick. Watch a locomotive span across your terminal. 🚂
Installation:
sudo apt install slExecute:
sl
4. aafire
Set your terminal of fire 🔥 Check out this lit command.
Installation:
sudo apt install libaa-binExecute:
aafire
5. asciiquarium
Okay, so you don’t like fire. How about having your own aquarium in the terminal 🌊 Try the asciiquarium command.
P.S. For the mentioned steps, make sure to have the snap store installed.
Installation:
snap install asciiquariumExecute:
asciiquarium
6. xeyes
Run the xeyes command to watch these eyes stare right at you. 👀
Installation:
sudo apt install x11-appsExecute:
xeyes
7. asciiview
Curious what the image would look like in an only-ASCII world? Asciiview will generate them right for you. 🤖
Installation:
sudo apt install aviewExecute:
asciiview your_image.png
8. yes
Say yes to echo. This command prints the line continuously unless you stop it explicitly. (Hint: Try Ctrl+C)
Installation:
sudo apt install yesExecute:
yes You are Hacked
9. fortune
Leveraging the power of advanced deep learning and Artificial Intelligence, the command will tell your exact fortune. 🔮
(Just Kidding, it generates a random fortune text)
Installation:
sudo apt install fortuneExecute:
fortune
10. Bonus: banner + lolcat
Who said terminal is all about just plain characters and black and white stuff? Try this hack and build amazing looking banners.
Installation:
sudo apt install lolcat
sudo apt install sysvbannerExecute:
banner Linux is Fun | lolcat
Conclusion
That’s all in this article. Hope you had fun running these interesting commands. Feel free to add your favourites. 💻
