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What to buy for your Raspberry Pi 5
2 October 2025 at 12:18
This list of Linux benchmark scripts and tools should prove helpful for quick performance checks of CPU, storage, memory, and network on Linux servers and VPS.
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Linux benchmark scripts and tools
30 September 2025 at 00:12
Choosing the Best Linux Server Distro 2026
23 September 2025 at 19:50
Choosing a Linux server distribution for your projects can be a daunting task, especially with the many options available.
How to Upgrade ThinkPad Firmware on Linux (fwupd)
18 September 2025 at 02:31
Two days ago I ran the command hostnamectl status and noticed that my laptop’s firmware date was Tue 2023-08-08.
Linux top: Here’s how to customize it
12 September 2025 at 19:11
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.
How to Gzip a Directory Using Linux Command Line
12 September 2025 at 02:03
Efficiently managing files and directories is a fundamental task in computing. It’s crucial for keeping our data organized, optimizing storage space, and facilitating smooth data transfers.
Tar Command in Linux with Examples
12 September 2025 at 00:42
The tar command (short for Tape Archive) is one of the most widely used utilities in Linux for archiving multiple files and directories into a single file (an archive).
Raspberry Pi Not Booting: How to Repair Micro SD Card
8 September 2025 at 19:59
I have a Raspberry Pi 4 (2 GB RAM) that’s been running my UniFi Network Controller for about four years without issues.
Linux Performance: Almost Always Add Swap Space – Part 2: ZRAM
7 September 2025 at 18:55
In the previous article, we looked at how swap space, particularly swapping, can severely slow down Linux performance.
Linux Performance: Almost Always Add Swap Space
7 September 2025 at 18:30
We know that using Linux swap space instead of RAM (memory) can severely slow down performance.
How to Keep ConfigServer Firewall (CSF) Running After the Shutdown
7 September 2025 at 02:39
When news broke that ConfigServer (Way to the Web Ltd.) would shut down on August 31, 2025, it sent shockwaves through the hosting community.
I was wrong! zswap IS better than zram
2 September 2025 at 01:30
Rule of thumb / TL;DR:
If your system only uses swap occasionally and keeping swap demand within ~20–30% of your physical RAM as zram is enough, ZRAM is the simpler and more effective option.
10 Lock Screen Apps for Linux (and Counting)
28 August 2025 at 23:18
Locking your screen isn’t just a formality; it’s a vital line of defense for privacy and security.
Finding Linux Compatible Printers
25 August 2025 at 20:56
If you are looking for Linux compatible printers, in this article, you will find printers that seamlessly integrate with Linux operating systems.
This week in our Linux forums…
24 August 2025 at 20:53
Key Stats
In the past week, the Linux community forums had the following activity and key statistics:
- Total New Posts: 42
- Total New Topics: 3
Top Members
- @Brian_Masinick: 14 posts, 12 likes
- @hydn: 10 posts, 6 likes
- @Mat: 5 posts, 5 likes
- @shybry747: 2 posts, 3 likes
- @Halano: 1 post, 1 like
- @e_b: 1 post, 1 like
- @system: 1 post, 1 like
- @RootGroot25: 1 post, 1 like
- @tmick: 3 posts, 1 like
- @unixdude: 3 posts, 1 like
Interesting Topics
- Arch website and services under DDoS attack
A timely thread kicked off by @hydn tracking the Arch Linux service outages, with links to Arch’s news post, status page, and mailing list thread.
5 ‘other’ Independent Linux Distros You Should Try
8 August 2025 at 19:39
As a Linux user or administrator, you are probably familiar with the most popular Linux distribution: Ubuntu.
50 Linux Text Editors You Should Know About
7 August 2025 at 16:59
So, I sat down today with a simple task: continue testing out these new Linux distros and install a text editor for quick tweaks.
Replace ISP Modem / Router
4 August 2025 at 18:51
Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) like AT&T, Comcast, Xfinity, Cox, Verizon, Spectrum, T-Mobile, and others supply a basic modem/router combo (gateway) to customers.
Rolling Network Racks: The Ultimate Upgrade for Home Networks
30 July 2025 at 09:50
This article focuses on the benefits of rolling network racks for established or expanding home networks.
Open-Source AI in New US Policy: What This Means for Linux
27 July 2025 at 20:10
It’s not every day that a White House policy document reads like an open-source conference keynote.
