today's howtos
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Ruben Schade ☛ Wiping machines every year
Thesedays, I have FreeBSD and NetBSD servers and hosts that have file creation dates old enough that they could learn how to drive and drink, though hopefully not both concurrently. Linux as well. I’ve been shocked to discover an old FreeBSD jail, or a NetBSD Xen VM, or even an old Debian services box that’s still kicking around a decade or more after I initially made it. This also isn’t unusual; I suspect much of the modern Web would immediately collapse if abandoned servers in cupboards were taken offline! Also if all my trans and queer friends were to suddenly abandon their infosec posts, for what it’s worth.
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Mark Phillips ☛ Extracting Audio Timecode using free software
It turns out that there is a free, open source, piece of software called LTC-tools, which is available on macOS via Homebrew. Using that, plus ffmpeg (documented in the previous post), gives me a simple workflow to add LTC as metadata timecode that FCP can read.
Because LTC-tools only works on audio files, it’s a multi-step operation to extract and embed the timecode, but it’s pretty simple once one has all the tools lined up.
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Luke Harris ☛ Updated access policies for feed readers
I also took the time to comb through and update my feed reader firewall rule. This shouldn’t affect most readers, but if it does and you happen to notice a few weeks later, I’m sharing hints of what gets you through the firewall. I think anyone breathing who might be looking for ways around the firewall is going to figure it out anyway; the rule is in place to stop those who are less inclined to find a workaround for one of the millions of sites they’re scraping.
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Nico Cartron ☛ Upgrading NetBSD to 10.1
I struggled to upgrade the NetBSD I'm currently running on my RPi (see this article)[ https://www.ncartron.org/netbsd-on-raspberry-pi.html).
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HowTo Geek ☛ Switching From Windows to Linux: A Step-by-Step Migration Guide
Looking to switch from Windows to Linux? Want to ensure a seamless migration? Well, here’s a detailed guide to help you avoid unnecessary hiccups and ensure your Linux transition is as smooth as possible.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install OpenResty on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
OpenResty has emerged as a powerful platform for building high-performance web applications by extending NGINX with Lua capabilities. If you’re running Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) and need to harness the power of OpenResty for your web projects, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the installation process step by step.
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ID Root ☛ How To Set Up SSH Two-Factor Authentication on Fedora 41
In this tutorial, we will show you how to set up SSH to use two-factor authentication on Fedora 41. Securing your SSH connections is crucial in today’s increasingly hostile digital landscape. While SSH already provides strong encryption, adding two-factor authentication (2FA) significantly enhances your server’s security posture.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install GlusterFS on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
In today’s data-driven world, managing and scaling storage solutions efficiently is critical for businesses and individuals alike. GlusterFS, a distributed file system, offers a powerful way to pool storage resources, providing scalability and high availability.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Micro Text Editor on Fedora 41
In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Micro Text Editor on Fedora 41. Micro text editor stands out as a modern, intuitive alternative to traditional terminal-based editors in the GNU/Linux ecosystem.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Transmission on Fedora 41
Torrenting remains a popular method for sharing and downloading files on GNU/Linux systems. Transmission, with its lightweight design and user-friendly interface, stands as one of the most efficient BitTorrent clients available for Fedora 41.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Apache Groovy on Debian 12
Apache Groovy is a versatile, dynamic programming language that runs on the Java Virtual Machine and offers powerful scripting capabilities alongside robust integration with Java. This guide provides a comprehensive, step-by-step approach to installing Apache Groovy on Debian 12 using several methods.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Apache Maven on Manjaro
In the realm of Java development, managing projects efficiently is paramount. Apache Maven emerges as a powerful build automation tool, streamlining dependency management, building, and documentation processes. For developers working on Manjaro Linux, integrating Maven into their workflow can significantly enhance productivity.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Mesa Drivers on Linux Mint 22
Experiencing frustrating lag while gaming? Seeing odd visual glitches in your favorite applications? Outdated Mesa drivers might be the culprit. Mesa drivers are a crucial open-source graphics library, playing a pivotal role in rendering both 2D and 3D graphics on Linux systems.
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