The top command – referred to below as Linux top – is a command on Unix and Unix-like systems such as Linux, which provides a dynamic real-time overview of a running system. It can display system summary information and a list of processes or threads currently managed by the Linux kernel. The types of system […]
ThinkPad Laptops and Linux Guide (2024)
ThinkPad laptops have become synonymous with reliability and innovation in the tech world. As a Linux enthusiast, you understand the importance of selecting the right laptop for your projects, work, and other professional tasks. In this article, we’ll look at a recent change Lenovo has implemented in several of their latest ThinkPad models. This update […]
50 Top Observability and Monitoring Solutions – 2024
“A more targeted list that includes 50 server and observability solutions for 2024” Back in 2014, I compiled a list of top server and application performance monitoring solutions. Sharing that list publicly was a great way to gain feedback and recommendations on other tools available. Over time that list grew from 20 to over 100 server monitoring […]
Choosing the Best Linux Server Distro 2024
Choosing a Linux server distribution for your projects can be a daunting task, especially with the many options available. This guide aims to simplify your decision-making process by highlighting the key features and advantages of the leading Linux server distributions. Each of these distros brings its unique strengths to the table, catering to various needs […]
How to diagnose OOM errors on Linux systems
Out-of-memory (OOM) errors take place when the Linux kernel can’t provide enough memory to run all of its user-space processes, causing at least one process to exit without warning. Without a comprehensive monitoring solution, OOM errors can be tricky to diagnose. In this post, you will learn how to diagnose OOM errors in Linux kernels […]
df command in Linux with examples
This article is a follow up to the previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins post. Every week, as time allows, I will publish articles on the ~ 90 commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and Linux power users. Use the df command when you need to know how much space is available on […]
ip command from iproute2 – utilities for TCP/IP networking in Linux
This ip command guide is a follow-up of my previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins article. Every week, or as time allows, I will publish articles on the ~ 90 commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and Linux power users. Let’s continue this series with the IP command. For Linux sysadmins, it is crucial […]
du – estimate and summarize file and directory space usage on Linux
This du command guide is a follow-up of my previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins article. Every week, or as time allows, I will publish articles on the ~ 90 commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and Linux power users. Let’s continue this series with the du command. du (disk usage) command is a […]
ls command in Linux, with examples
This is a follow up of my previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins article. Every week, as time allows, I will publish articles on the ~ 90 commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and Linux power users. Let’s begin with the ls command. Ls (short for list) is used on Linux and other […]
HaydenJames.io is now LinuxBlog.io!
Hello everyone, I’m thrilled to announce that HaydenJames.io has officially transitioned to a new domain: LinuxBlog.io! Also, check out our new LinuxCommunity.io website. This change marks a significant milestone in our journey together. Over the years, HaydenJames.io has grown from a personal blog into a bustling hub for Linux enthusiasts and tech aficionados. As we […]