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In the world of Unix and Linux, file ownership is a fundamental concept that dictates who can do what with a file or directory. Understanding how to manage file ownership is essential for anyone who administers, operates, or uses Linux systems. Two of the primary tools for managing file ownership are chown for changing the owner of a file, and chgrp for changing the group associated with a file. In this blog, we'll explore how these commands work, why they are important, and how you can use them to manage your file systems effectively. Every file and directory in a Unix-like system has associated access rights, which include permissions to read, write, and execute the file.