This mv 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 around 90 commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and Linux power users. Let’s continue this series with the mv command. In the world of Linux, the mv command is […]
Home Lab Beginners guide – Hardware
May 3, 2023 by Hayden James, in Blog LinuxUntil recently, and for well over the past decade, my wife and I have been nomads. Moving from the Caribbean to Miami, New York, Las Vegas, Vancouver, and now back home. This has meant that for many of those years, my home office basically comprised of a few laptops and screens. These days, we are […]
Linux: We need Tiling Desktop Environments
April 19, 2023 by Hayden James, in Blog LinuxThe Linux ecosystem is renowned for its diversity and flexibility, boasting a wide array of distributions (distros) catering to various user needs. However, while there are around a hundred popular and actively maintained Linux distros to choose from, the number of available desktop environments (DEs) pales in comparison. In this blog post, we will discuss […]
After 10 Yrs of Linux, I Switched to Windows. What next?
April 11, 2023 by Hayden James, in Blog LinuxI’m looking forward to hearing from experienced Windows users who also use Linux and learning some tips on enhancing my experience on Windows 10 and 11. As a Linux user, you may wonder why someone would ever consider replacing it with Windows. Be nice! It is always valuable to explore how well competing operating systems […]
cp command in Linux with examples
April 6, 2023 by Hayden James, in Blog LinuxThe cp command in Linux is a powerful tool that is used to copy files and directories from one location to another. It is an essential tool for managing files and directories on the Linux (and other UNIX based systems) command line, and its functionality extends to a wide range of use cases. This guide […]
90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins
April 5, 2023 by Hayden James, in Blog LinuxThere are well over 100 Unix commands shared by the Linux kernel and other Unix-like operating systems. If you are interested in the commands frequently used by Linux sysadmins and power users, you’ve come to the place. Recently, I published a five-part series covering commands often used by Linux sysadmins. Below I’ve listed the 90 […]
sudo command in Linux with examples
April 5, 2023 by Hayden James, in Blog LinuxThe sudo command in Linux is one of the most important and widely used commands for managing system permissions. It allows you to run a command as the superuser, giving you elevated privileges that are necessary for performing administrative tasks on the system. This article is a follow-up to the previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used […]
SSH command in Linux, with examples
April 3, 2023 by Hayden James, in Blog LinuxThis 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. What is the SSH command? The ssh command in Linux is an acronym for Secure Shell, which is […]
SSH Security: Protecting Your Linux Server from Threats
March 27, 2023 by Hayden James, in Blog LinuxAs an essential tool for managing servers, SSH (Secure Shell) provides a secure way to remotely access a server’s command line. However, for best SSH security, it’s crucial to limit SSH access to specific IP addresses to reduce the risk of unauthorized access and brute force attacks. In this blog post, we’ll discuss methods to […]
Boost Your Linux Command Line Productivity, Part 1
March 26, 2023 by Hayden James, in Blog LinuxWelcome to the first part of a series of command line tips to boost your Linux productivity. The command line interface can be a lifesaver for those who work on these systems regularly. In this series, we will explore five ways to help you work faster and more efficiently on Linux servers (or Linux desktops) […]