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📚 Recommended Programming Books to Read for Jan. 31, 2025

Reconfigurable Processor Array a Bit Sliced Parallel Computer (USA) Author(s): A. Rushton Subject: programming The Breakthrough of Parallel Computing: A Review of A. Rushton's 'Reconfigurable Processor Array a Bit Sliced Parallel Computer (USA)' In the ever-evolving world of technology, keeping up with the innovation and concepts that define the landscape can be a challenge. Yet, in his book, 'Reconfigurable Processor Array - A Bit Sliced Parallel Computer (USA)', A. Rushton provides a solid f
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Harden and Secure Linux Servers by Level (1 - 6)

Securing a Linux server is an ongoing challenge. Every day, bad actors attempt to penetrate systems worldwide, using VPNs, IP spoofing, and other evasion tactics to obscure their origins. The source of an attack is often the least of your concerns, what matters most is implementing strong security measures to deter threats and protect your infrastructure. Hardening your servers not only makes them more resilient but also forces attackers to either move on or, ideally, abandon their efforts altog
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📚 Recommended Linux Books to Read for Jan. 31, 2025

Linux in a Nutshell Author(s): Jessica Perry Hekman, Ellen Siever, Aaron Weber, Stephen Figgins, Robert Love, Arnold Robbins, Stephen Spainhour Linux in a Nutshell: An In-Depth Review "Linux in a Nutshell", is a prodigious technical reference book penned by an impressive team of authors – Jessica Perry Hekman, Ellen Siever, Aaron Weber, Stephen Figgins, Arnold Robbins, Stephen Spainhour and Robert Love. It provides a comprehensive and utterly engaging tour of the Linux operating system for begin
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Why Every SysAdmin Should Understand ISO/IEC 27001:2022

In today’s digital landscape, the role of a System Administrator (SysAdmin) extends far beyond server uptime and software updates. With cyber threats evolving daily, understanding key information security standards like ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is no longer optional, it’s essential. This international standard provides a robust framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS). For SysAdmins, mastering ISO/IEC 27001 isn’t
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📚 Recommended Cloud Computing Books to Read for Jan. 31, 2025

Cloud Computing and Security Author(s): Xingming Sun, Alex Liu, Han-Chieh Chao, Elisa Bertino Subject: cloud_computing Title: Unraveling the Intricacies of Cloud Computing a Review of 'Cloud Computing and Security' by Xingming Sun, Alex Liu, Han-Chieh Chao, Elisa Bertino A Definitive Guide to the Cloud No phenomenon has revolutionized the world of Information Technology in the 21st century quite like cloud computing. It's all around us, powering our personal devices, organizational infrastructu

LHB Linux Digest #25.04: Self-host VPN, Swap Size Change, Crontab Logs and More

by: Abhishek Prakash Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:22:01 +0530 What career opportunities are available for someone starting with Linux? I am talking about entering this field and that's why I left out roles like SRE from this list. I would appreciate your feedback on it if you are already working in the IT industry. Let's help out our juniors. What Kind of Job Can You Get if You Learn Linux?While there are tons of job roles created around Linux, here are the ones that you can choose for an entry level ca
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FOSS Weekly #25.09: Modern Terminals, RSS Matter, Linux Gaming Tested in 2025 and More

by: Abhishek Prakash If you are starting to use and learn Linux, remember this: Linux is not magic 🪄 It's sudo science 🔬 Okay...sorry... my dad jokes urges get the better of me at times 😁 💬 Let's see what else you get in this edition Cropping a video in VLC (no, seriously) Cloning SD card in Raspberry Pi Modern terminals with modern features And other Linux news, tips, and, of course, memes! This edition of FOSS Weekly is supported by PikaPods. 📰 Linux and Open Source News DietPi's new r

Using & Styling the Details Element

by: Geoff Graham Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:07:14 +0000 You can find the <details> element all over the web these days. We were excited about it when it first dropped and toyed with using it as a menu back in 2019 (but probably don’t) among many other experiments. John Rhea made an entire game that combines <details> with the Popover API! Now that we’re 5+ years into <details>, we know more about it than ever before. I thought I’d round that information up so it’s in one place I

Using & Styling the Details Element

by: Geoff Graham Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:07:14 +0000 You can find the <details> element all over the web these days. We were excited about it when it first dropped and toyed with using it as a menu back in 2019 (but probably don’t) among many other experiments. John Rhea made an entire game that combines <details> with the Popover API! Now that we’re 5+ years into <details>, we know more about it than ever before. I thought I’d round that information up so it’s in one place I
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7 Linux Terminals From the Future

by: Abhishek Prakash Every Linux system comes with a terminal application, i.e. terminal emulators in correct technical terms. For many Linux users, it doesn't matter which terminal they use. I mean, you just run commands on it and it is the commands that matter, right? And yet, we have a huge number of terminals available. While the classics are focused on providing additional features like multiplexing windows, there is a new breed of terminals that offer GPU acceleration, AI and even flaun

Chris’ Corner: onChange

by: Chris Coyier Mon, 24 Feb 2025 18:00:59 +0000 There is an awful lot of change on the web. Sometimes the languages we use to build for the web change. Some of it comes from browsers themselves changing. An awful lot of it comes from ourselves. We change UIs and not always for the better. We build new tools. We see greener grass and we lust after it and chase it. Marco Rogers calls some of it a treadmill and has a hot take: Personally I wouldn’t cast as harsh of judgement that re

Applying the Web Dev Mindset to Dealing With Life Challenges

by: Lee Meyer Mon, 24 Feb 2025 13:42:16 +0000 Editor’s note: This article is outside the typical range of topics we normally cover around here and touches on sensitive topics including recollections from an abusive marriage. It doesn’t delve into much detail about the abuse and ends on a positive note. Thanks to Lee for sharing his take on the intersection between life and web development and for allowing us to gain professional insights from his personal life. When my dad was alive, he use

ResumeBuild

by: aiparabellum.com Mon, 24 Feb 2025 02:44:10 +0000 ResumeBuild.ai is a cutting-edge AI-powered resume builder trusted by over 1.4 million users globally. Designed to streamline the resume creation process, it simplifies job applications by crafting ATS-optimized resumes that increase your chances of landing interviews. Whether you’re a student, a professional looking for a career change, or an executive, ResumeBuild offers an intuitive platform to create tailored resumes, cover letters, resig

WEBM to MP3: How can You Convert In Linux

By: Edwin Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:44:53 +0000 WEBM is one of the most popular video formats used for web streaming. MP3 is one of the formats used for audio playback. There will be times where you will need to extract audio from a WEBM file and covert it to a MP3 file. With Linux, there are command-line tools for almost everything and this use case is not an exception. In this guide, we will explain different methods to convert WEBM to MP3 using ffmpeg, sox, and a few online tools. Why Should Yo

Linux Tips and Tricks: With Recent Updates

By: Edwin Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:44:43 +0000 Working with Linux is easy if you know how to use commands, scripts, and directories to your advantage. Let us give you some Linux tips and tricks to mov It is no secret that tech-savvy people prefer Linux distributions to Windows operating system because of reasons like: Open source Unlimited customizations Multiple tools to choose from In this detailed guide, let us take you through the latest Linux tips and tricks so that you can use your Lin

Open-Source Photoshop Alternatives: Top 5 list

By: Edwin Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:44:24 +0000 One of the major advantages of using Unix-based operating systems is the availability of robust open-source alternatives for most of the paid tools you are used to. The growing demand has led to the open-source community churning out more and more useful tools every day. Today, let us see an open-source alternative for Adobe Photoshop. For those who used different image editing tools, Photoshop is a popular image editing tool with loads of features th

TS File: Guide to Learn Transport Stream Files in Linux

By: Edwin Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:53 +0000 TS file is a standard format for video and audio data transmission. TS file stands for transport stream file. This format of file is commonly used for broadcasting, video streaming, and storing media content in a structured format. In this detailed guide, let us explain what a TS file is, how it works, and how to work with them in Linux systems. What is a TS File A TS file is a video format used to store MPEG-2 compressed video and audio. It is prima

Toe Dipping Into View Transitions

by: Geoff Graham Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:34:58 +0000 I’ll be honest and say that the View Transitions API intimidates me more than a smidge. There are plenty of tutorials with the most impressive demos showing how we can animate the transition between two pages, and they usually start with the simplest of all examples. @view-transition { navigation: auto; } That’s usually where the simplicity ends and the tutorials venture deep into JavaScript territory. There’s nothing wrong with that, of

Toe Dipping Into View Transitions

by: Geoff Graham Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:34:58 +0000 I’ll be honest and say that the View Transition API intimidates me more than a smidge. There are plenty of tutorials with the most impressive demos showing how we can animate the transition between two pages, and they usually start with the simplest of all examples. @view-transition { navigation: auto; } That’s usually where the simplicity ends and the tutorials venture deep into JavaScript territory. There’s nothing wrong with that, of
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Installing Add-ons and Builds in Kodi

by: Abhishek Kumar Kodi is a versatile media player that can be customized to fit your needs, and one of the best ways to personalize your experience is by installing a Kodi build. These builds come pre-configured with skins, addons, and settings that make your Kodi experience even better. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the steps of installing a Kodi build, using the Diggz Xenon Build as an example. The same method is used for installing add-ons to Kodi. Whether you're using Kodi on a R

How Does Open-Source Code Influence the Development of Bots?

By: Janus Atienza Thu, 20 Feb 2025 14:00:26 +0000 When people think of the word ‘bots’, they often think of it in negative terms. Bots, of course, are one of the biggest threats to companies in 2025, with security incidents involving bots rising by 88% last year alone. But if you’re running a business, there are two types of bots you should know about: malicious bots and beneficial bots.  While malicious bots are often associated with cyberattacks, fraud, and data theft, beneficial bots can be

What Kind of Job Can You Get if You Learn Linux?

by: Abhishek Prakash Thu, 20 Feb 2025 17:48:14 +0530 Linux is the foundation of many IT systems, from servers to cloud platforms. Mastering Linux and related tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and Ansible can unlock career opportunities in IT, system administration, networking, and DevOps. I mean, that's one of the reasons why many people use Linux. The next question is, what kinds of job roles can you get if you want to begin a career with Linux? Let me share the job roles, required skills, certif

AI PDF Summarizer

by: aiparabellum.com Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:01:57 +0000 The AI PDF Summarizer by PDF Guru is an innovative tool designed to streamline the process of analyzing and summarizing lengthy PDF documents. Whether you are a student, professional, or researcher, this AI-powered solution can transform how you interact with textual information by delivering concise summaries of even the longest and most complex files. With a user-friendly interface and advanced features, this tool allows users to save time,
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FOSS Weekly #25.08: Ubuntu 25.04 Features, Conky Setup, Plank Reloaded and More Linux Stuff

by: Abhishek Prakash Pay attention if you use Amazon Kindle. Starting 26th Feb, Amazon won't allow 'Download and transfer via USB' feature anymore. That's the feature people used to download the Kindle books they purchased and convert them to EPUB or PDF to read on other eBook readers like Kobo or their computers. In other words, your Kindle purchases will be restricted completely for Kindle devices. If you want the control of your Kindle purchased books, take action and download the books be

Working With Multiple CSS Anchors and Popovers Inside the WordPress Loop

by: Geoff Graham Wed, 19 Feb 2025 13:55:31 +0000 I know, super niche, but it could be any loop, really. The challenge is having multiple tooltips on the same page that make use of the Popover API for toggling goodness and CSS Anchor Positioning for attaching a tooltip to its respective anchor element. There’s plenty of moving pieces when working with popovers: A popover needs an ID (and an accessible role while we’re at it). A popovertarget needs to reference that ID. IDs have

Self-host Your Own VPN Using PiVPN

by: Abhishek Kumar Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:50:46 +0530 If you've ever wanted a secure way to access your home network remotely, whether for SSH access, private browsing, or simply keeping your data encrypted on public Wi-Fi, self-hosting a VPN is the way to go. While commercial VPN services exist, hosting your own gives you complete control and ensures your data isn't being logged by a third party. 💡Self-hosting a VPN requires opening a port on your router, but some ISPs, especially those using CG

Clueso

by: aiparabellum.com Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:49:24 +0000 Clueso is an advanced AI-powered tool designed to revolutionize how teams create product videos, documentation, and training materials. By combining cutting-edge AI technology with user-friendly features, Clueso enables users to produce high-quality content in a fraction of the time typically required. Whether you need professional videos, step-by-step guides, or localized content, Clueso provides the resources to meet your needs with ease an

Clueso

by: aiparabellum.com Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:49:24 +0000 Clueso is an advanced AI-powered tool designed to revolutionize how teams create product videos, documentation, and training materials. By combining cutting-edge AI technology with user-friendly features, Clueso enables users to produce high-quality content in a fraction of the time typically required. Whether you need professional videos, step-by-step guides, or localized content, Clueso provides the resources to meet your needs with ease an

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