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Valve’s looking into file-erasing Steam bug on Linux

  • Posted byby Mike Minotti
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Linux users beware.

A bug is impacting some Linux users who try to move their Steam directory. For some people, this causes the deletion of the directory tree. Valve is looking into the problem, and it has plenty of interest in protecting Linux users since the publisher is using that operating system for its upcoming Steam Machines (consoles designed to run PC games on TVs).

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.