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# [What is SGID in Linux?](https://tech.abhimanyutimes.com/what-is-sgid-in-linux?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

A few weeks ago, I stumbled upon an interesting problem.In Linux, if you check the file permissions you will notice the name of the file owner along with the group which owns the file. Note that, It is not necessary for the owner to be a part of the ...

Nov 12, 2020 · 5 min read · tech.abhimanyutimes.com  
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