today's howtos

posted by Roy Schestowitz on Jun 28, 2024

• How to install VirtualBox Guest Additions on Ubuntu 24.04 VM

  The “VirtualBox Guest Additions” package is crucial for a smooth experience while running a guest operating system on Oracle VirtualBox.

• TechRepublic ☛ How to Manage systemd on Linux

  Unless you’ve been using GNU/Linux distributions that intentionally replace systemd for another initialization system, you’ve worked with this tool. But have you really? If you haven’t spent time diving into how to properly use systemd on your GNU/Linux operating systems, you might be missing out on some very helpful features.

• Arch GNU/Linux installer "Archinstall" 2.8.1 adds experimental LVM support

  To perform the testing first of all

• Make Tech Easier ☛ How to Use UrBackup For Efficient Backups on Ubuntu

  UrBackup is a backup application for a system admin to back up a device to a remote server.

• Barry Kauler ☛ rev utility broken if LANG=C and UTF-8 char

  Forum member Caramel posted about this: [...]

• Network World ☛ How to use the who command

• Network World ☛ How to see login activity

• Network World ☛ How to use the stat command

• Network World ☛ +How to use the help command

• Network World ☛ How to use the shuf command

• Network World ☛ How to use the shred command

• Network World ☛ How to use the chmod command

• Network World ☛ How to use the cal command

• Network World ☛ How to use the greater than symbols

• Network World ☛ How to use if-then-else commands

• Network World ☛ How to use long file listings

• Network World ☛ How to use the touch command

• Network World ☛ How to locate files based on various criteria

• Network World ☛ How to use the whoami command

• Network World ☛ How to use case statement commands

• Network World ☛ How to use the apropos command

• Network World ☛ The SL command easter egg

• Network World ☛ How to use the shadow file format in Linux

• Network World ☛ How does Linux and Unix store dates and times?

• Network World ☛ How to source files on the Linux command line

• Network World ☛ How to access directories in Linux

• Network World ☛ Timestamps in Linux

• Network World ☛ How to empty a file in Linux without deleting the file

• 5 Tips to Make a Career as a Linux Developer

  Linux, the powerful, versatile, and open-source operating system, has become a foundational element in the technology stacks of many corporations, ranging from internet behemoths like Google to financial powerhouses like Goldman Sachs. As businesses increasingly rely on Linux for its robustness and security, the demand for skilled Linux developers has surged. These developers are essential for managing server environments, optimizing system performance, and developing new applications on this platform. For those interested in technology and software development, making a career as a Linux developer not only offers a pathway into a dynamic and growing field but also positions you at the forefront of industry innovations.