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Best low-memory Linux Server Distros for < 1GB deployments
Running Linux servers on under 1 GB of RAM (think 512 MB or even 256 MB) can be challenging, but it’s absolutely feasible with the right distro choice.
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Dual-Boot Linux and Windows: 5-Minute Install Guide
Dual-booting Linux alongside Windows lets you choose either operating system at startup, giving you the best of both worlds on one PC.
Linux Package Managers Compared: APT, DNF, Pacman and Zypper
If you’ve hopped between Linux distributions as much as I have, you know that each major family of distros introduces you to a different package manager.
Windows 11 vs Linux: A Year Later, I’m Switching Back
About a year ago, I set up a dual-boot system to test whether Windows 11 could replace Linux as my primary work environment.
Linux benchmark scripts and tools
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.
Choosing the Best Linux Server Distro 2026
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
Locking your screen isn’t just a formality; it’s a vital line of defense for privacy and security.
Finding Linux Compatible Printers
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…
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
As a Linux user or administrator, you are probably familiar with the most popular Linux distribution: Ubuntu.
