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Symbolic links (or symlinks) are a fundamental aspect in Linux systems, used to create pointers to files and directories. However, improper management of symbolic links can lead to loops, which can confuse users and applications, potentially leading to system inefficiency or failure. In this blog post, I’ll guide you through identifying such loops using readlink -e. A: A symbolic link loop occurs when a symbolic link points directly or indirectly to itself through other links. This creates a cycle that can lead to endless resolution attempts when accessing the symlink. Q2: Why is it important to detect symbolic link loops? A: Detecting loops is crucial for debugging and system maintenance.