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11 Ways to Check Linux/Unix Operating System Uptime - Adamsdesk

Well, this is a fun one from Adam Douglas. I knew most of these, but a couple are new. And that video? Definitely new to me. 😄

The system uptime can be a useful metric to determine when was the last time a computer or device was booted when paired with an issue or incident. By its self it is not always a vital metric, even though historically some wish to achieve the longest uptime possible. It all depends on the circumstances. No matter what your reasoning might be, let’s take a look at the definition of system uptime, the test environment, assumptions, the various methods used to obtain a GNU/Linux or Unix operating system’s uptime and finally the conclusion with a fun entertaining bonus.

11 Ways to Check Linux/Unix Operating System Uptime - Adamsdesk