Frequent Question: What Is Var Crash in Linux?
Contents

What is var crash Linux?

/var/crash : System crash dumps (optional) This directory holds system crash dumps. As of the date of this release of the standard, system crash dumps were not supported under Linux but may be supported by other systems which may comply with the FHS.

Can I delete var crash?

1 Answer. You can delete files in under /var/crash if you’re willing to lose useful information needed to debug those crashes. Your bigger issue is what is causing all of those crashes.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

Share this article
Twitter Facebook Pinterest