As a Linux user, you might wonder why someone would ever want to replace it with Windows. Be nice! It’s always good to see how other operating systems work. And being proficient in Windows, Mac, and Linux is super useful in a professional environment. But that’s another topic. In this now updated article, I’ll be […]
btop – the htop alternative
Have you ever experienced slow application performance on a server and wondered which process was causing the bottleneck? In a production server environment, monitoring system performance and hardware resource usage in real-time is crucial. That’s where system monitoring tools come in handy. And, with the availability of numerous command-line system monitoring tools, you’re spoiled for […]
rsync Command in Linux with Examples
The rsync command is one of the most popular and powerful tools in Linux for synchronizing files and directories between different locations. It is widely used for backups, remote file transfers, and directory syncing, offering robust features like incremental file transfers, compression, and file permission preservation. In this article, we’ll explore the basics of rsync, along with […]
Free vs. Available Memory in Linux
At times, we will need to know precisely how our Linux systems use memory. This article will examine how to use the free command-line utility to view memory usage on a Linux system. In doing so, we will clearly define the difference between free vs. available memory on Linux systems. Free vs. Available memory explained […]
Install AI Models on Linux: Discover LLMs and Chatbots for Linux
Hello, fellow Linux enthusiasts! I’m excited to embark on this journey with you, exploring the fascinating realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on our favorite operating system: Linux. Whether you’re setting up a home lab or home server, running Linux on a gaming laptop, or leveraging Linux in the cloud, this guide will highlight some of […]
Mastering Linux Administration: 20 Powerful Commands to Know
Linux is a powerful and versatile operating system that can be used for a wide range of purposes. For many system administrators, the command line interface is the primary way to interact with the system. Countless Linux commands can be used to perform various tasks, from simple file management to complex network configurations. However, even […]
90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins (updated to 100+)
If you are interested in Linux commands frequently used by Linux sysadmins and power users, I’ve published this five-part series with over 90 update: 100+ Linux commands with links to each of the five articles in this series – click on each subheading. This list covers popular Linux commands used by sysadmins and power users. […]
Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins – Part 2
Last week, I published part 1 of this five-part series entitled: Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins. That first article scratched the surface of what, I believe, are 50 to 100 commands used often by Linux Sysadmins and power users. Also, see Part 3, Part 4, and Part 5. Let’s jump into another set of commands and command-line […]
Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins – Part 1
What are some Linux commands used by Sysadmins and power users daily? In this article, I’ve listed 10 such commands frequently used. Suggestions and feedback are welcome. Also, see Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, and Part 5. Some people consider Linux a complicated operating system geared toward expert users only. However, as a free and […]
5 ‘other’ Independent Linux Distros You Should Try
As a Linux user or administrator, you are probably familiar with the most popular Linux distribution: Ubuntu. However, have you considered trying out independent Linux distros? In this article, I will explain why independent Linux distros can be an excellent option for curious-minded users. What is an independent Linux distribution? An independent Linux distribution is […]