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How to Add a Swap File On Ubuntu
Author: Till Brehm • Tags: linux, ubuntu • Comments: 4A swap file in Ubuntu is a dedicated file on the hard drive used as virtual memory when RAM is full, enhancing system performance by providing additional space for temporarily storing data that is not actively used by the CPU.
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How to change the Swappiness of your Linux system
Author: Bill Toulas • Tags: arch linux, centos, debian, fedora, kernel, linux, mandriva, opensuse, pclinuxos, raspbian, suse, ubuntu • Comments: 21Swappiness is the kernel parameter that defines how much (and how often) your Linux kernel will copy RAM contents to swap. This parameter's default value is “60” and it can take anything from “0” to “100”. The higher the value of the swappiness parameter, the more aggressively your kernel will swap.
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How to Create a New Branch in GIT
Author: Till Brehm • Tags: linux, programming • Comments: 0Git is a distributed version control system used for tracking changes in source code during software development. It supports collaboration, allowing multiple developers to work on different parts of a project simultaneously. Git is known for its speed, data integrity, and support for non-linear workflows.
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How to Install Joomla on Debian 12
Author: Arvid L • Tags: • Comments: 1Joomla CMS is an open-source content management system for building websites and online applications. It offers user-friendly features, extensibility, and is freely available to everyone.
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How to Install DokuWiki on Debian 12
Author: Arvid L • Tags: apache, debian, linux, server, web server • Comments: 1DokuWiki is a simple, versatile open-source wiki software that doesn't require a database. It's known for its ease of maintenance, readability, and user management, making it ideal for creating and managing documentation in corporate or collaborative environments.
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How to Install Jellyfin Media Server on Ubuntu 22.04
Author: Arvid L • Tags: linux, ubuntu • Comments: 0Jellyfin is a free, open-source media server software, enabling users to host and manage personal media libraries, stream content across devices, and provide access to others. It's an alternative to proprietary media servers, offering extensive customization and privacy control.
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How to build a Self-hosted environment on Linux with Proxmox
Author: Bouke Jasper Henstra • Tags: linux, server • Comments: 0In this article, we delve into the practicalities of establishing an affordable self-hosted environment tailored for home labs, home offices, and small to medium-sized enterprises. Prioritizing a lean approach that minimizes both effort and cost, our goal is to navigate complexities within a reasonable timeframe.
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How to Install Apache Tomcat with Nginx Reverse Proxy on AlmaLinux 9
Author: Arvid L • Tags: linux, server • Comments: 0Apache Tomcat or "Tomcat" is a free and open-source Java Servlet container for Java. In the following guide, we'll show you the installation of Apache Tomcat with Nginx as a reverse proxy on the AlmaLinux 9 server.
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The Linux read Command
Author: howtoforge • Tags: linux, shell • Comments: 0The read command in Bash reads a line from the standard input and splits it into fields.
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How to Setup APT Proxy on Ubuntu 24.04
Author: Hitesh Jethva • Tags: linux, ubuntu • Comments: 2A proxy server is an intermediate server that sits between the client computer and the internet. In this tutorial, we will show you how to set up proxy settings and apt-proxy in Ubuntu 24.04 Server and Desktop system.
