A gateway computer provides a local network with access to another network or the Internet. Linux is easily configured for use as a low-cost, dependable gateway. This Daily Drill Down details a ...

When I write my column, I try to stick to specific hacks or tips you can use to make life with Linux a little easier. Usually, I describe with pretty specific detail how to accomplish a particular ...

I was proudly wearing one of my Salt Stack shirts the other day when my daughter asked me, "What is Salt Stack?" I began by explaining the problem it solved. If you have multiple servers and want to ...

PowerShell is a scripting language and an automation and configuration management framework built on the Microsoft .NET Framework. PowerShell is installed by default on Windows Server 2016 and Windows ...

Jack Wallen shows you how simple it is to get a powerful, reliable backup solution installed on your Linux servers. Image: ribkhan/Adobe Stock Do you have a reliable backup solution running on your ...

Learn to set up Alpine Linux on Raspberry Pi 5, configure graphics, and create a polished desktop environment in this step-by-step guide.

Linux isn't nearly as hard as you think it is. In fact, Linux has become one of the easiest desktop and server operating systems on the planet. How is that possible? For one thing, modern Linux ...

So I have a colocated server that I'd like to re-purpose. I would like to basically "reset" the install to what a base, fresh install would be like. I'd be using debian (preferably) or ubuntu server.