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Partition management is a critical skill for Linux system administrators, dealing with the way in which different storage devices (like hard drives and SSDs) are divided and managed. In the Linux ecosystem, the tools fdisk and parted stand out due to their robust functionalities, widespread availability, and ease of use. This blog post will guide you through how to manage disk partitions using both fdisk and parted, focusing on their primary features, distinctions, and appropriate use cases. Before diving into the tools themselves, it's essential to understand what partitions are and why they are important. A partition is a logically independent section of a hard disk drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD) that can be managed separately.