> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ghoulsec.gitbook.io/ghoulsec-vault/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ghoulsec.gitbook.io/ghoulsec-vault/server-are-fun/managing-partitions/lvm.md).

# LVM

LVM (Logical Volume Manager) is a flexible and powerful tool used in Linux for managing disk storage. It allows administrators to create, resize, and manage logical volumes (partitions) in a more dynamic way than traditional partitioning methods.

With LVM, you can:

* Combine multiple physical disks or partitions into a single logical volume group (VG).
* Create logical volumes (LVs) within the VG that can be resized easily.
* Add or remove storage devices without disrupting existing data.

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We will learn the LVM commands while covering the usecases in the upcoming sections...