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Linux offers a powerful toolset for monitoring and automating responses to filesystem changes. In the world of Linux, inotify-tools stands out as a simple yet effective solution for filesystem monitoring. It leverages the inotify kernel feature to track filesystem modifications and triggers actions when changes occur. Whether you're a system administrator, developer, or just a Linux enthusiast, understanding how to use inotify-tools can greatly enhance your productivity and system responsiveness. In this blog, we'll explore what inotify-tools is, how to install it on various Linux distributions, and how to use it to monitor filesystem events.