Set Up a Firewall Using UFW or Firewalld in Linux
Configure and manage Linux firewalls securely and efficiently with easy-to-follow instructions for UFW and Firewalld on popular distributions.
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Switch Between X11 and Wayland Display Servers in Ubuntu
Learn the most reliable ways to change your Ubuntu session between X11 (Xorg) and Wayland display servers for better application compatibility, performance, or troubleshooting.
Install and Use Flatpak Packages on Linux
Clear instructions to set up Flatpak, manage repositories, and install, update, or remove Flatpak applications across major Linux distributions.
Manage Snap Packages in Ubuntu Efficiently
Streamline software installation, updates, and removal on Ubuntu by mastering Snap package management using both command-line tools and graphical interfaces.
Set Up a Media Server on Ubuntu with Jellyfin
Deploy Jellyfin on Ubuntu to organize and stream your media collection across devices, using secure installation steps and best practices for permissions and access.
Enable GPU Acceleration in Linux
Detailed instructions for configuring GPU acceleration across major Linux distributions, browsers, and applications.
Create a System Snapshot Using Timeshift in Linux Mint
Safeguard your Linux Mint system by capturing reliable snapshots with Timeshift, allowing quick recovery from system failures, upgrades, or configuration errors.
Enable Fractional Scaling for Better Display on HiDPI Screens in Linux
Adjust display scaling to improve readability and usability on high-resolution Linux desktops using fractional scaling options.
Manage Files When Dual-Booting Windows and Linux
Practical methods for sharing and managing files across Windows and Linux in a dual-boot setup, including clear instructions and key compatibility tips.
Set Up Snap and Flatpak Packages in Mint 21.3
Detailed steps for installing, configuring, and managing Snap and Flatpak packages on Linux Mint 21.3, including troubleshooting and best practices.
Speed Up Linux Mint With the Latest System Performance Tweaks
Apply proven system tweaks and optimization steps to accelerate Linux Mint, reduce lag, and achieve faster, smoother performance across a wide range of hardware.
Configure Zip to Treat Any Missing File as an Error
Ensure the zip command reports and fails on missing files to prevent incomplete archives and avoid silent data loss.
Use SCP to Copy All Files Within a Directory to a Remote Location Without Copying the Directory Itself
Transfer every file from a local directory to a remote server using SCP, while keeping the destination uncluttered by avoiding the creation of an extra directory layer.
Automatically Add Mount Option for NTFS Partitions Connected Externally Over USB
Set up your Linux system to automatically mount NTFS partitions from USB drives with custom options whenever they are connected.
Enable Logging on QEMU/KVM VM
Record and troubleshoot virtual machine activity by configuring logging in QEMU/KVM environments.