This terminal-based file manager for Linux beats every alternative out there

The first thing I install after booting up Linux is Midnight Commander (or mc). It’s a feature-rich, full-screen, text-mode file manager that lets you copy, move, and delete files and entire directory trees, search for files, and execute commands in a subshell. It also includes an internal viewer, editor, and diff viewer. Originally released in 1994, Midnight Commander continues to receive new features and improvements even in 2025.