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ISO files have been the standard way to download and install Linux distributions for decades—but is it time for Linux to move on? In this video, I make the case that Linux ISO files should be replaced by IMG disk images, especially now that most people install Linux using bootable USB drives rather than CDs or DVDs.
Kestra 2.0 is here, and in this tutorial I’ll show you how to automate DigitalOcean with it. We’ll walk through the brand new DigitalOcean plugin, build our Kestra flow, and add inputs so the flow can be reused with different values. If you’ve been looking for an open-source way to automate your cloud infrastructure, this one’s for you!
Learn how to create a Linux Golden Image on Linode and use it to deploy secure, preconfigured VPS instances in minutes.
In this hands-on Linux tutorial, you’ll learn what a Golden Image is, why system administrators use them, and the best practices to follow when building one. We’ll prepare a reusable Linode image by installing updates, preinstalling essential packages, configuring Fail2ban, and converting the finished VPS into a deployment-ready template.
By the end of the lab, you’ll be able to launch new Linux servers from your Golden Image – saving time, improving consistency, and eliminating repetitive server configuration.
Every time you create a new user account on a Linux system, the files that land in their home directory have to come from somewhere – and that somewhere is /etc/skel. In this video I walk through what the skel directory actually is, how it gets used during account creation, and how you can leverage it so every new user on your servers and workstations starts out with exactly the configuration you want.
For a small donation, grab a zip file full of configs for Bash, ZSH, Vim, Tmux, i3, Sway (and more)! Curated over a decade, there’s something for everyone!
Download here.
Is openSUSE Leap the stable Linux distribution you’ve been overlooking? In this review, I explore the installation process, KDE Plasma desktop, Btrfs and Snapper support, reliability, and how openSUSE Leap compares with other popular Linux distros. Find out who openSUSE Leap is for – and whether its dependable desktop experience makes it the right Linux distro for you.
Is the GEEKOM IT13 Max worth buying? In this review, I test its hardware, configuration options, gaming performance, Geekbench results, and Linux compatibility with Pop!_OS and openSUSE Leap 16.
Discover where this powerful mini PC shines, its biggest weakness, and which configuration you should choose.
Note: Geekom provided the last two links and are responsible for their contents and current deals.
(more…)SteamOS is no longer limited to the Steam Deck—and it could completely change Linux gaming on desktop PCs. In this video, I explore the full SteamOS experience, from installing and launching games to system updates, settings, purchasing games, and using the Linux-based Desktop Mode.
For a walkthrough of the entire installation process, check out my SteamOS beginner guide!
(more…)What Linux distributions, hardware, and software do I actually use? In this video, I share some of the Linux distros, laptops, desktops, server operating systems, and applications that currently support my workflow.
You’ll learn which Linux distributions I’ve been using lately, why keeping an alternative distro in mind can be useful, and which distro I prefer for Linux servers. I’ll also show you some of my current computer hardware and briefly discuss several Linux apps and tools I use.
GB vs GiB and TB vs TiB—what’s the difference? Learn why storage sizes often appear incorrect, how SI and IEC prefixes work, and which units accurately describe your SSD, hard drive, and computer storage.
Just installed Arch Linux? This Arch Linux post-install guide covers 10 essential steps for building a secure, optimized, and fully functional desktop – including Pacman, Flatpak, CPU microcode, firewall configuration, SSD TRIM, multimedia codecs, Bluetooth, printers,the AUR and more!
Learn how to create a Linux VPS on Linode from start to finish in this beginner-friendly tutorial. I’ll walk you through deploying a Linode instance, choosing the best data-center region, selecting a Linux distribution, comparing VPS plans and costs, and configuring your server.
You’ll also learn how to enable Linode’s optional backup service and securely access your new Linux server using both the browser-based Lish console and SSH. Whether you’re building a web server, development environment, home lab, or cloud-hosted Linux project, this guide will help you get started quickly.
If you haven’t created your Linode account yet, get starter credit (and support the channel) by using this link.
Secure your Linux servers with Teleport, a modern Zero Trust access platform that provides a more secure alternative to traditional SSH access. In this hands-on tutorial, you’ll learn how to install Teleport, configure a Teleport control plane, enroll Ubuntu servers, and securely connect to your infrastructure through both the web interface and the Teleport client.
Thanks to Teleport for sponsoring this tutorial! Check out Teleport and secure your Linux servers with a modern Zero Trust access platform that provides a more secure alternative to traditional SSH access.
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