today's howtos
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How to Install and Enable Snap on Linux Mint 21 or 20 - LinuxCapable
While Linux Mint doesn’t ship with snapd preinstalled, having Flatpak installed is usually enough for most users. Some may wish to enable Snap and still use the system that Linux Mint provides. For those interested in doing this, this tutorial will cover everything you need to know to turn on Snap and ensure it’s running correctly.
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Install Git on Ubuntu and Configure it
Being the most popular open-source version control system, Git is one of the most crucial skills that you can adopt for software development.
And in this guide, I will walk you through how you can install git on Ubuntu with basic configuration.
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How to Install HandBrake on Linux Mint 21 or 20 - LinuxCapable
Handbrake is a free and open-source video transcoding tool for those looking to convert their videos from one format to another. Compatible with various popular formats such as MP4, AVI, MKV, and M4V, Handbrake offers users the ability to reduce the file size of a video, change the container or codec of a video, and also extract audio tracks from a video. On top of its transcoding capabilities, Handbrake takes things further by providing features like adding subtitles, cropping and resizing videos, and adjusting both video and audio settings.
In the following tutorial, you will learn how to install Handbrake on Linux Mint 21 or Linux Mint 20 using the command line terminal with various methods to install the transcoding software and update and remove the software if needed.
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How to Install Discord on Linux Mint 21 or 20 - LinuxCapable
Discord is an innovative communication platform that has quickly become the go-to solution for gamers across various platforms. It provides users with multiple features such as voice chat, text messaging, media sharing, custom emojis, and integrations with various games and services. This makes it particularly useful for Linux gamers who may not be able to use voice chat solutions built into some games. The platform’s robust API also unlocks exciting new possibilities by allowing developers to create custom integrations and bots that can significantly enhance the user experience.
The following tutorial will teach you how to install Discord on Linux Mint 21 or Linux Mint 20 using two different methods with the command line terminal.
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Rsync Exclusions: The Ultimate Guide for Excluding Files and Directories - TecAdmin
Rsync is a powerful command-line tool that allows you to synchronize and transfer files between different systems. One of the key features of Rsync is the ability to exclude files and directories from the synchronization process. This feature can be incredibly useful for a variety of tasks, such as backups, codebase synchronization, and data management.
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How to install FTP Server on Linux Mint | FOSS Linux
FTP, or the File Transfer Protocol, is the most widely used network protocol for transferring files and data between two systems over a network. FTP does not encrypt traffic by default, which is not a secure option and can result in an assault on a server. VSFTPD, which stands for Very Secure FTP Daemon, is a secure, dependable, and speedy FTP server.
VSFTPD is licensed under GNU GPL and is the default FTP server for most Linux systems. This article will demonstrate how to install and configure the FTP server on the Linux Mint operating system.
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Rsync Command to Copy Missing Files Only - TecAdmin
Rsync is a command-line utility that is used to synchronize files and directories between two locations. It is commonly used to copy files from one location to another while preserving file attributes such as permissions, timestamps, and ownership. One of the powerful features of rsync is the ability to copy only the files that are missing or have been modified in the destination location. This can be useful when you want to keep a backup of your files, or when you want to update a website or server with the latest changes.