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Effective Linux Administration: Best Practices and Tools for Managing Your Infrastructure
Introduction Linux is a popular operating system used in servers, desktops, and other devices. As a Linux administrator, you need to ensure that your infrastructure is running smoothly, securely, and efficiently. Best Practices for Linux Administration Keep your systems up-to-date …
Effective Linux System Administration for Beginners
Introduction Linux is an open-source operating system that is widely used in servers, supercomputers, and embedded devices. As a Linux administrator, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining these systems to ensure optimal performance and security. Basic Linux Commands …
Effective Use of PHP Namespaces for Better Code Organization
Introduction PHP namespaces are a powerful tool for organizing code and reducing conflicts between classes with the same name. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using PHP namespaces and provide tips on how to use them effectively. …
Best Practices for Secure PHP Development
Introduction PHP development has become an essential part of web development, and as the technology advances, security becomes a major concern. In this article, we will discuss some best practices for secure PHP development. 1. Input Validation Input validation is …
Troubleshooting Apache2 on Ubuntu: Common Issues and Solutions
Apache2 is one of the most popular web servers used on Linux systems, including Ubuntu. However, like any software, it can sometimes encounter issues that can cause problems for website administrators. In this article, we will discuss some common issues …
Ubuntu libGL error failed to load driver swrast
I setup PlayOnLinux to install some windows games on my linux machine, however, frequently one of the issues of cross-os gaming is that you must run them in a 32bit wine configuration. Ok, thats not so bad, but everytime I …
Apache server domain redirection: .config vs .htaccess
There are a few ways to redirect from “Domain A” to “Domain B”. If you do not care about tracking analytics for “Number of Hits” to “Domain A”, the cleanest approach would be to define the redirect in your apache …
Static Network configuration in Ubuntu Linux using systemd
With Ubuntu 15.04 Vivid Vervet, systemd has replaced Upstart as the standard boot and service manager. Personally, I like to set my my network interfaces up statically, and usually uninstall network manager completely. Prior to Vived Vervet, static network configuration …
Xbox One “HDMI in” Screen Freezing
The Xbox One with an HTPC via its ”HDMI in” (running XBMC or some other software) is awesome. Switching between Xbox games, Skype, Netflix and your HTPC is very smooth, and something I have waited a long time for. However, …
Ubuntu network-manager wont start VPN at boot
I recently ran across a problem where network-manager would not start my VPN connection at boot, even though I have the ‘Connect Automatically’ option checked. It turns out this is an existing bug that has been around for a while, …
