Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Want to add a little fun to your Linux terminal? In this video, we'll take a look at the classic fortune command in Linux, a lightweight tool that displays random quotes, jokes, and witty sayings right from the command line.
You’ll learn how to install the fortune-mod package, explore basic usage, review useful command-line options, and even use custom categories to control the type of quotes you see. We’ll also combine fortune with cowsay to create one of the most entertaining Linux terminal tricks around.
Whether you’re new to Linux or just looking for fun terminal commands to customize your workflow, the fortune command is a simple way to make your command line more enjoyable.
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🕐 Time Codes
00:00 – What Is the fortune Command in Linux? (Fun Terminal Trick!)
01:48 – How to Install fortune-mod on Linux (Debian/Ubuntu Example)
02:41 – Basic fortune Command Usage in the Terminal
03:25 – Useful fortune Options & Flags Explained
04:27 – Using Categories with fortune (Custom Quote Databases)
05:32 – Support Learn Linux TV & Become a Channel Member
06:50 – Combine fortune with cowsay (Fun Linux Command Line Hack!)
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Want to add a little fun to your Linux terminal? In this video, we'll take a look at the classic fortune command in Linux, a lightweight tool that displays random quotes, jokes, and witty sayings right from the command line.
You’ll learn how to install the fortune-mod package, explore basic usage, review useful command-line options, and even use custom categories to control the type of quotes you see. We’ll also combine fortune with cowsay to create one of the most entertaining Linux terminal tricks around.
Whether you’re new to Linux or just looking for fun terminal commands to customize your workflow, the fortune command is a simple way to make your command line more enjoyable.
*🤖 Check Out My Updated Ansible Course*
An updated, high-quality paid course has been produced since this original series was released. Check out the updated course and take your learning even further!
▸ 20 lessons, 6 sections
▸ $40, lifetime access
▸ First 5 lessons free — try before you buy
learnlinux.link/ansible
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
*📖 Switch to Linux with my latest book!*
Thinking about making the jump to Linux? This step-by-step guide will help you choose the right distribution, install Linux with confidence, and become productive on your new system faster. Join the announcement list to be among the first to know when it's released:
leanpub.com/switch-to-linux
*📚 Discounts, Courses, Books, and More! (Support Linux Learning)*
- 10% Off Linux Swag! ➜ learnlinux.link/swag
- Get the "Linux Pro-Tips" Newsletter ➜ learnlinux.link/linux-tips
- Grab Jay's *ACTUAL* Dotfiles! ➜ learnlinux.link/linux-tips
- Switching to Linux Book (15% Off!) ➜ learnlinux.link/switch-to-linux
- Linode Starter Credit ➜ learnlinux.link/linode
- eBook Bundle ➜ learnlinux.link/ebook-bundle
- Ansible Course ➜ learnlinux.link/ansible
- Linux Essentials Course ➜ learnlinux.link/linux-essentials
- Paid Assistance ➜ learnlinux.tv/request-assistance
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🕐 Time Codes
00:00 – What Is the fortune Command in Linux? (Fun Terminal Trick!)
01:48 – How to Install fortune-mod on Linux (Debian/Ubuntu Example)
02:41 – Basic fortune Command Usage in the Terminal
03:25 – Useful fortune Options & Flags Explained
04:27 – Using Categories with fortune (Custom Quote Databases)
05:32 – Support Learn Linux TV & Become a Channel Member
06:50 – Combine fortune with cowsay (Fun Linux Command Line Hack!)
*🎓 Learn Linux TV*
Your source for Linux-related Fun and Learning!
- Official website: learnlinux.tv
- Community Forums: community.learnlinux.tv
- Official Subreddit: learnlinux.link/reddit
- Facebook Community: learnlinux.link/facebook-group
- More about Jay: learnlinux.link/jay
*⚠️ Use Content Responsibly*
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