today's howtos

posted by Roy Schestowitz on Oct 18, 2024

• TecMint ☛ How to Secure SSH with pam_faillock: Lockout Failed Login Attempts

  Previously, the pam_tally2 module was responsible for counting failed login attempts and locking accounts. However, as part of security improvements, pam_faillock has become the standard for managing failed login attempts in newer Linux versions by providing better integration and more configuration options.

• TecMint ☛ How to Install Opcache for Optimal PHP Performance on Linux

  One of the most effective ways to enhance PHP performance is by using Opcache, which caches the compiled bytecode of PHP scripts, reducing the overhead of loading and parsing scripts on each request.

• Rob Knight ☛ Setting Up DNSControl

  When I linked to this post about DNS, Dave replied and mentioned he uses DNSControl for managing this kind of stuff. I'd heard of it before but never actually looked into what it did so I jumped into the getting started guide. I'd recommend reading that if you want a more in-depth guide, this post is just an overview of what I did to get what I wanted accomplished.

  No detailed install steps here, check out the official docs, but the short version is this: install DNSControl (brew install dnscontrol), make a directory with a zones directory inside it, then make two files: dnsconfig.js and creds.json (don't forget to put creds.json in your .gitignore if you plan on using git for this).

• Rlang ☛ Don’t Get Fooled by Numbers: Data Literacy as the New Survival Skill

  That’s where data literacy comes in. It’s not some abstract skill reserved for data scientists or economists anymore. It’s something we all need, kind of like knowing how to swim or navigate Google Maps. In today’s data-driven world, understanding the nuances behind the numbers is a new kind of survival skill — one that can keep us from being misled by a headline, a study, or even a sales pitch.

  In this article, we’re going to talk about why data literacy is so crucial, especially now, and how you can make sure you’re not getting caught up in the numbers game. Think of this as a friendly guide to seeing through the stats and gaining the tools to navigate today’s world of information without being duped.

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  • ID Root ☛ How To Install Snipe-IT on Fedora 40

    Snipe-IT is a powerful, open-source asset management system designed to help organizations track and manage their IT assets efficiently. As businesses grow and technology evolves, keeping track of hardware, software, and licenses becomes increasingly complex. Snipe-IT offers a robust solution to this challenge, providing a user-friendly interface and comprehensive features for asset lifecycle management.

  • ID Root ☛ How To Install proprietary trap AWS CLI on AlmaLinux 9

    The Amazon Web Services Command Line Interface (AWS CLI) is an essential tool for managing proprietary trap AWS services efficiently. It provides a unified interface to interact with various proprietary trap AWS services through command-line instructions, enabling automation and streamlining of proprietary trap AWS management tasks.

  • ID Root ☛ Nginx Hardening Security Tips

    In today’s digital landscape, web server security is paramount. Nginx, a popular high-performance web server, reverse proxy, and load balancer, powers millions of websites worldwide. While Nginx offers robust performance out of the box, its security requires careful attention and configuration.

  • ID Root ☛ How To Install Percona on AlmaLinux 9

    In the world of database management systems, Percona stands out as a powerful, open-source alternative to traditional MySQL. As businesses and organizations increasingly rely on robust, scalable, and high-performance database solutions, Percona has gained popularity for its enhanced features and optimizations.

  • ID Root ☛ How To Install Redis on Fedora 40

    Redis, an acronym for Remote Dictionary Server, has become an indispensable tool in the modern developer’s toolkit. This open-source, in-memory data structure store serves as a database, cache, and message broker, offering lightning-fast performance for a wide range of applications.

  • ID Root ☛ How To Install FTP Server on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

    File Transfer Protocol (FTP) has been a cornerstone of internet file sharing for decades. Despite the emergence of newer technologies, FTP remains a reliable and efficient method for transferring files between computers over a network.

• How to Install and Manage Multiple Versions of Perl on Ubuntu

  Since its inception, Perl has powered various software development and has been a popular choice for system administrators, web developers, and data scientists. It is a powerful language known for its text-processing capabilities and extensive libraries.

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