persistent referencing

In the vast expanse of Linux, mastering how to efficiently manage and reference filesystems is crucial for any system administrator, developer or Linux enthusiast. Two key concepts that play a vital role in this are filesystem labels and UUIDs (Universally Unique Identifiers). Both offer alternative methods to the traditional practice of using device names like /dev/sda1. In this article, we will delve into what filesystem labels and UUIDs are, why they are used, and how you can work with them to streamline your system management. Filesystem Labels: A filesystem label is a human-readable name associated with a filesystem, which can be used to reference the filesystem.