today's howtos
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How to clean leftover Flatpaks from Linux
Flatpak applications are common on Linux. Users who install Flatpak apps from the Flathub app store leave data behind in their home directories. Data that stays there, even after a program is uninstalled from the system.
This data can build up. If you want to keep your Linux system running in top shape, you need to clean it and maintain it occasionally. That’s where Flatsweep comes in. It’s a nice, easy-to-use program that can scan your Linux computer for residual Flatpak app data, and clean it for you.
In this guide, we’ll show you how you can install Flatsweep, and how to use it to clean up the residual Flatpak data on your Linux desktop or laptop. To get started, ensure you have administrator access, so that you can install the Flatsweep program.
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How to clean temporary files on Ubuntu
Every system generates temporary files automatically once you open an application or do something on your computer. These files are required by the system so you can run your applications faster.
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Fixing ‘Failed to Synchronize Databases’ Error in Arch Linux
If you’re in a rush and want to fix this problem quickly, just run the below command: However, I recommend you read the entire article to understand the main reason for this issue and become an informed Linux user.
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Installing a Private GitLab CE Server with PostgreSQL
Here's a tutorial for setting up a private GitLab server with PostgreSQL database and a replica server for database failover.
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Installing a Private GitLab CE Server with PostgreSQL
GitLab is great for programming collaboration, but as I've found out, it's become very useful to me for writing. I use it to keep track of revisions and my work in general.
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LFCS #5: How to Mount Local and Network (Samba & NFS) Filesystems in Linux
The Linux Foundation launched the LFCS certification (Linux Foundation Certified Sysadmin), a brand new program whose purpose is to allow individuals from all corners of the globe to get certified in basic to intermediate system administration tasks for Linux systems, which includes supporting running systems and services, along with overall monitoring and analysis, plus smart decision-making when it comes to raising issues to upper support teams.
The series will be titled Preparation for the LFCS (Linux Foundation Certified Sysadmin) Parts 1 through 33 and cover the following topics...