Today marks a major milestone for Debian and Ubuntu users: APT 3.0 has officially been released! This is the latest evolution of the powerful package manager used by millions to install and manage software on their systems. The new version…
If you’re still using ifconfig, stop. This command was officially deprecated in Linux kernel 2.4 — way back in 2001. When it comes to managing network configurations in Linux today, two popular tools stand out: ip and nmcli. Both are…
cURL is a powerful command-line tool for transferring data with URLs. It supports numerous protocols including HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, and many more. Let’s explore 20 essential tips that will help you become proficient with cURL. 1. Basic GET Request The…
Christoph Hellwig, a long-standing and highly respected Linux kernel developer, has stepped down from his role as maintainer of the DMA mapping subsystem. This decision follows recent debates concerning the integration of Rust programming language bindings into the Linux kernel’s…
As a Linux system engineer, I’m sure you’ve all used the top command. It’s been the go-to tool for decades—simple, reliable, and always there when you need it. But have you ever noticed one thing? Occasionally, you might spot a…
If you’re a Linux user, chances are you’ve used top to check your system’s performance. It’s been the go-to tool for decades—simple, reliable, and always there when you need it. But let’s face it: top feels like a flip phone…
Secure Shell (SSH) is a powerful and widely used protocol that enables secure communication over a network. Whether you’re managing servers, deploying code, transferring files, or running remote applications, SSH is an essential tool for every IT professional and developer.…
What is SSH and How Does It Work? SSH (Secure Shell) is a powerful tool that lets you securely connect to another computer over a network. Imagine you have a computer in the moon and need to access a server…
If you’re running a Linux instance and suspect that the bandwidth is being overused, you can use a few tools to investigate what’s causing the high traffic. Tools like SAR, iftop, and NetHogs can help you identify the processes responsible…
You’ve been using Linux for a while, so you know the basics: ls, cd, cp.But now you’re stepping up your game. You need more. You’re ready to unlock the power of the Linux command line to elevate your workflow—whether it’s…
