Linux
How to Resurrect a Linux Box After a Permission Apocalypse
A real life story about what happens when chmod -R 777 / goes full Thanos snap on your Synology NAS
Linux
Linux
Synology NAS Logging Woes: When the Logs Hit the Fan
Ever had your Synology NAS throw a tantrum over logs? Dive into how a hidden 200MB disk quota broke everything- until a little detective work with df -h, du, and some log trimming saved the day. Check out the full story on how I fixed the mess!
Cybersecurity
Locking Down Linux: Defending Against Brute Force Attacks with Fail2Ban
Fail2Ban is a Linux security tool that protects against brute force attacks by monitoring logs and blocking malicious IPs. It's easy to implement, customizable, and effective for SSH, FTP, and other services. Pair it with other security measures for a robust defense.
Linux
No Space Left on Device: The Curious Case of the Missing Inotify Watchers
If your Linux system is mysteriously throwing errors like No space left on device, it’s not your disk-it’s your watchers. Here’s how to troubleshoot and fix it like a pro.
Raspberry Pi
Why My Raspberry Pi Keeps Eating SD Cards (And What to Do About It)
Raspberry Pi keeps corrupting SD cards? Learn how to eliminate the problem with USB boot, SSDs, PXE, and smarter file system practices. This expert guide dives deep into preventing data loss and increasing Pi reliability.
Linux
APT vs. DNF vs. Pacman vs. Snap: The Good, the Bad, and the Immutable
Package management is the beating heart of every Linux system- but not all managers are created equal. This expert comparison dives deep into APT, DNF, Pacman, and Snap, highlighting performance, dependency handling, and security from the trenches of real-world Linux.
Linux
The Linux Command Line Cheat Sheet for IT Pros Who Actually Want to Get Stuff Done
So, you’ve found yourself staring at a blinking cursor on a Linux terminal, wondering if today’s the day you finally break production. Good news: Linux isn’t out to get you—at least, not on purpose.
Linux
Bottles, Wine, and Windows Apps: Running Windows Software on Linux Without Losing Your Mind
So, you've switched to Linux—congratulations! You're free from forced updates, telemetry, and whatever Microsoft is doing to the Start menu this year. But wait… that one Windows app you absolutely need? Yeah, it doesn’t have a Linux version. Fear not! Wine and Bottles are
Linux
Breathe New Life Into Your Old PC: The Best Lightweight Linux Distros
Got an old PC gathering dust? Maybe it's a relic from the Windows XP era, or perhaps it just can't handle the bloat of modern operating systems. Before you toss it out or turn it into a doorstop, consider this: lightweight Linux distributions can revive your
Linux
Taming the Beast: Webmin, ISPConfig, Cockpit, and the Web UI Revolution
So, you’ve set up your Linux server. You’ve got SSH access, a rock-solid firewall, and a command-line mastery that would make Linus Torvalds proud. But let’s be honest—sometimes, even the most hardened sysadmin just wants a clean, point-and-click interface to manage things without sifting through endless
Quick Bytes
Linux File Searching for Admins: The Grep Awakens
Ah, the life of a Linux administrator. You’re sitting there, sipping your well-earned coffee, when suddenly—bam! A developer pings you: “Hey, can you find all the config files that reference max_connections? Also, maybe check if any logs have errors related to ‘disk quota exceeded’?” And just like