Linux Shell Tips explains what a segmentation fault in Linux is.
What Is a Segmentation Fault in Linux System?
To understand the concept of a segmentation fault in a Linux operating system environment, we have to first address the concept of segmentation.
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What Is a Segmentation Fault in Linux System?