today's howtos

posted by Roy Schestowitz on Mar 28, 2023

• How to set $PATH variable in Linux

  The $PATH variable is an essential part of Linux and other Unix-like operating systems. It contains a list of folders with different executables on the system and advises the shell where to search for these programs.

• Setting up a packaging environment for Alpine Linux (introducing alpkg)

  Recently I have been interested in Alpine Linux and thought it would be nice to maintain some Rust packages in their repositories.

• How to upgrade NetBSD?

  With sysupgrade you can perform a full NetBSD upgrade without breaking your system.

  sysupgrade has a set of subcommands and each subcommand executes a specific step within the upgrade process, the auto subcommand performs a full upgrade by calling the rest of the subcommand in a specified order.

• Collaborating in Real-Time: Using Tmux with Multiple Users

  Tmux is a powerful tool for managing terminal sessions, and it can also be used with multiple users for real-time collaboration. However, setting up shared sessions and ensuring proper permissions and security can be challenging. In this guide, we will provide you with a comprehensive overview of how to use Tmux with multiple users, from setting up shared sessions to configuring permissions and security.

• Tips and tricks for checking Ubuntu system information

  As an Ubuntu user, it's important to have a good understanding of your system's hardware and software specifications. This information can be helpful when troubleshooting issues, optimizing performance, or planning upgrades. In this article, we will share some tips and tricks for checking Ubuntu system information quickly and easily.

• Managing tmux plugins with tmux plugin manager

  Learn how to manage your Tmux plugins like a pro with Tmux Plugin Manager (TPM). Our comprehensive guide will walk you through the installation and usage of TPM, helping you optimize your Tmux environment for maximum productivity.

• The guide to customizing the Pop!_OS desktop

  In this easy-to-follow guide, we will cover how to customize the Pop!_OS desktop to make it your own. From changing the wallpaper and theme to adding applets and extensions, we will walk you through the process step-by-step. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced Linux user, this guide will provide you with the knowledge and skills to create a desktop environment that fits your needs and preferences.

• How to Backup and Restore H2 Database

  H2Database (or simply H2) is an open-source, lightweight, and fast relational database management system written in Java. It is a pure Java database that can be used as an embedded database, or as a standalone database server.

• The Ultimate Guide to Understanding UFW Logs

  In this tutorial, we will show you the ultimate guide to understanding UFW Logs. As a system administrator, it is crucial to know the status of your network's security at all times.

• How To Install NumPy on Rocky Linux 9

  In this tutorial, we will show you how to install NumPy on Rocky Linux 9. For those of you who didn’t know, NumPy is a popular Python library for scientific computing that adds support for large, multi-dimensional arrays and matrices.

• How to Open a DMG in Ubuntu and Convert to ISO

  A DMG is a type of image file developed by Apple to distribute software for macOS. The format also serves as a way for Mac users to compress and archive their files. Since macOS and Linux have some similarities under the hood, it may be possible to mount and even run some macOS apps on Linux.

  If you are using Ubuntu and have a DMG file you want to open, the easiest way would be to convert the DMG to an ISO file. This way you can mount the file just like any other ISO file in Ubuntu.

• How to install Rancher desktop on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04

  Rancher Desktop is a free and open-source tool that is built on top of Docker Dekstop, which provides a GUI to manage Docker Images. We can create a virtual machine to run containerd or dockerd and Kubernetes using it.

• 2 Ways for KTorrent installation on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04

  KTorrent is a GNU General Public Licensed BitTorrent client for the KDE desktop environment on Linux and other Unix-like systems including Ubuntu.

• How to Install Redmine Project Management Software on Debian 11

  Redmine is a free and open-source project management software and issue-tracking tool. It is written using the Ruby on Rails framework and can be integrated with various version control systems. In this tutorial, you will learn how to install Redmine on a Debian 11 server.

• How To List Users on Linux: A Beginner’s Guide

  re you a new Linux user trying to familiarize yourself with the system? Or are you a system administrator looking to manage users on your Linux server?