You could even embed an executable file in a script — even another script — and then execute that script which might unpack another script. It boggles the mind.

I often profess that Linux can be used without the command line, but at some point, you might want to learn it anyway. When you do, consider these commands.

The Linux script command has been around for ages and provides a simple but useful service. It lets you record command line activity – both input and output.