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Analyzing Linux write performance problems with iotop
Write performance on a Linux system may be causing a performance problem, and iotop shows you how the write processes are affecting I/O and storage. The iotop Linux command is more informative than top for determining the cause of the Linux server pe... Tip
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Creating a simple backup solution for Linux with rsynch, SSH, and cron
To create simple backups for Linux workstations, you can use rsynch with an SSH connection to a server and automate cron. Learn how to set-up your Linux system to automate your backups using tools available with every Linux distribution. Tip
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Linux cloning over the network using netcat
Use netcat to clone Linux images over the network onto multiple servers with a series of simple Linux commands including tar, tee, and dd. This alternative to tools like Clonezilla does not require setting up a separate server. Tip
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Linux ext4 file system: Performance and compatibility
The ext4 file system is now shipped with the most popular Linux distributions, but when should you use it and how do you optimize performance? Learn when to use the ext4 file system and how to set up your Linux system for maximized compatibility and ... Tip
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Take control of the command line with 'A Practical Guide to Linux'
A Practical Guide to Linux' is a comprehensive guide to core utilities, best system security practices and advanced Linux shell programming. Take a deeper look into the world of Linux in this Q&A with the author of 'A Practical Guide to Linux.' Tip
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Configuring GRUB 2: Tweaking the boot procedure in Ubuntu Server 9.10
Configuring the new version of GRUB in Ubuntu Server 9.10 has changed. Learn how to install, apply changes to default settings and gain insight in the configuration files in /etc/GRUB.d/*. Tip
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Getting started with OpenVAS
OpenVAS is an open source network security scanner, and version 3.0.0 has useful features for your Linux system. Learn how to install and set-up OpenVAS in your data center from source on a Linux server. Tip
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Learning the craft of Linux administration with "Pro Linux System Administration"
Pro Linux System Administration provides models for implementing a Linux infrastructure and builds the foundation you need to manage open source business systems. This guide to Linux administration provides readers with real-world examples, tips and ... Tip
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A step-by-step approach to understanding the Ubuntu Linux System, versions 8.10 and 8.04
Mark Sobell answers questions conerning his second edition of A Practical Guide to Ubuntu Linux, where he focuses on versions 8.10 and 8.04 and offers a broad understanding of the system. Sobell provides detailed, step-by-step instructions concerning... Tip
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Expert Q&A: Simplifying configuration management with Puppet
Learn how to use Puppet's configuration management tools to manage one or mutliple systems in an overview of James Turnbull's book
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