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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 Servers Books to Read for Jan. 31, 2025

Web Server Programming Author(s): Neil Gray Subject: servers 'Web Server Programming' Explored: An Enlightening Dive into Digital Engineering As someone deeply entrenched in the world of literature, there are books that unravel their mysteries instantly and others that unfold their knowledge meticulously. Falling gleefully into the latter category is Web Server Programming by Neil Gray. In this technologically intensive era, Gray masterfully deciphers the art of web server programming, venturing
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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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📚 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
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JavaScript Skill Progression: The Path from Beginner to Extreme

{{#anchor-lvl1}} Level 1 - The Foundations: Understanding JavaScript Basics Introduction to JavaScript: What it is, how it works, and where it runs (browsers, Node.js). (part 1) JavaScript Variables & Data Types: var, let, const, and primitive types (String, Number, Boolean, Undefined, Null, Symbol, BigInt). (part 2) JavaScript Operators & Expressions: Arithmetic, comparison, logical, and assignment operators. (part 3) JavaScript Conditional Statements: if, else, switch. (part 4) Jav

Performance Optimization for Django-Powered Websites on Shared Hosting

by: Musfiqur Rahman Sat, 21 Dec 2024 10:54:44 GMT Running a Django site on shared hosting can be really agonizing. It's budget-friendly, sure, but it comes with strings attached: sluggish response time and unexpected server hiccups. It kind of makes you want to give up. Luckily, with a few fixes here and there, you can get your site running way smoother. It may not be perfect, but it gets the job done. Ready to level up your site? Let’s dive into these simple tricks that’ll make a huge differe

Chris’ Corner: Element-ary, My Dear Developer

by: Chris Coyier Mon, 16 Dec 2024 18:00:56 +0000 I coded a thingy the other day and I made it a web component because it occurred to me that was probably the correct approach. Not to mention they are on the mind a bit with the news of React 19 dropping with full support. My component is content-heavy HTML with a smidge of dynamic data and interactivity. So: I left the semantic, accessible, content-focused HTML inside the custom element. Server-side rendered, if you will. If the JavaScript

How to Change DPI: Adjusting Image Resolution

By: Joshua Njiru Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:49:42 +0000 What is DPI and Why Does It Matter? DPI, or Dots Per Inch, is a critical measurement in digital and print imaging that determines the quality and clarity of your images. Whether you’re a photographer, graphic designer, or just someone looking to print high-quality photos, understanding how to change DPI is essential for achieving the best possible results. What are the Basics of DPI DPI refers to the number of individual dots that can be place

NovelAI

by: aiparabellum.com Thu, 05 Dec 2024 04:40:38 +0000 NovelAI stands out as a revolutionary tool in the realm of digital storytelling, combining the power of advanced artificial intelligence with the creative impulses of its users. This platform is not just a simple writing assistant; it is an expansive environment where stories come to life through text and images. NovelAI offers unique features that cater to both seasoned writers and those who are just beginning to explore the art of storytell

Understanding Malware: A Guide for Software Developers and Security Professionals

by: Zainab Sutarwala Tue, 15 Oct 2024 17:25:10 +0000 Malware or malicious software brings significant threats to both individuals and organisations. It is important to understand why malware is critical for software developers and security professionals, as it helps to protect systems, safeguard sensitive information, and maintain effective operations. In this blog, we will provide detailed insights into malware, its impacts and other prevention strategies. Stay with us till the end. Wh

Project Tazama, A Project Hosted by LF Charities With Support From the Gates Foundation, Receives Digital Public Good Designation.

By: Linux.com Editorial Staff Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:50:45 +0000 Exciting news! The Tazama project is officially a Digital Public Good having met the criteria to be accepted to the Digital Public Goods Alliance ! Tazama is a groundbreaking open source software solution for real-time fraud prevention, and offers the first-ever open source platform dedicated to enhancing fraud management in digital payments. Historically, the financial industry has grappled with proprietary and often costly

Securing Your Email Sending With Python: Authentication and Encryption

by: Ivan Djuric Thu, 19 Sep 2024 02:29:13 GMT Email encryption and authentication are modern security techniques that you can use to protect your emails and their content from unauthorized access. Everyone, from individuals to business owners, uses emails for official communication, which may contain sensitive information. Therefore, securing emails is important, especially when cyberattacks like phishing, smishing, etc. are soaring high. In this article, I'll discuss how to send emails in Py

Using Proxies in Web Scraping – All You Need to Know

by: Leonardo Rodriguez Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:23:00 GMT Introduction Web scraping typically refers to an automated process of collecting data from websites. On a high level, you're essentially making a bot that visits a website, detects the data you're interested in, and then stores it into some appropriate data structure, so you can easily analyze and access it later. However, if you're concerned about your anonymity on the Internet, you should probably take a little more care when scraping the

Using Proxies in Web Scraping – All You Need to Know

by: Leonardo Rodriguez Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:23:00 GMT Introduction Web scraping typically refers to an automated process of collecting data from websites. On a high level, you're essentially making a bot that visits a website, detects the data you're interested in, and then stores it into some appropriate data structure, so you can easily analyze and access it later. However, if you're concerned about your anonymity on the Internet, you should probably take a little more care when scraping the

Using Proxies in Web Scraping – All You Need to Know

by: Leonardo Rodriguez Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:23:00 GMT Introduction Web scraping typically refers to an automated process of collecting data from websites. On a high level, you're essentially making a bot that visits a website, detects the data you're interested in, and then stores it into some appropriate data structure, so you can easily analyze and access it later. However, if you're concerned about your anonymity on the Internet, you should probably take a little more care when scraping the

Using Proxies in Web Scraping – All You Need to Know

by: Leonardo Rodriguez Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:23:00 GMT Introduction Web scraping typically refers to an automated process of collecting data from websites. On a high level, you're essentially making a bot that visits a website, detects the data you're interested in, and then stores it into some appropriate data structure, so you can easily analyze and access it later. However, if you're concerned about your anonymity on the Internet, you should probably take a little more care when scraping the

Using Proxies in Web Scraping – All You Need to Know

by: Leonardo Rodriguez Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:23:00 GMT Introduction Web scraping typically refers to an automated process of collecting data from websites. On a high level, you're essentially making a bot that visits a website, detects the data you're interested in, and then stores it into some appropriate data structure, so you can easily analyze and access it later. However, if you're concerned about your anonymity on the Internet, you should probably take a little more care when scraping the

Building Custom Email Templates with HTML and CSS in Python

by: Ivan Djuric Tue, 20 Aug 2024 19:04:44 GMT An HTML email utilizes HTML code for presentation. Its design is heavy and looks like a modern web page, rich with visual elements like images, videos, etc., to emphasize different parts of an email's content. Building email templates tailored to your brand is useful for various email marketing purposes such as welcoming new customers, order confirmation, and so on. Email template customization allows you to save time by not having to create emails
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How to Install Steam on Ubuntu 24.04

Even on Linux, you can enjoy gaming and interact with fellow gamers via Steam. As a Linux gamer, Steam is a handy game distribution platform that allows you to install different games, including purchased ones. Moreover, with Steam, you can connect with other games and play multiplayer titles.Steam is a cross-platform game distribution platform that offers games the option of purchasing and installing games on any device through a Steam account. This post gives different options for installing S

How to Configure Proxmox VE 8 for PCI/PCIE and NVIDIA GPU Passthrough

Proxmox VE 8 is one of the best open-source and free Type-I hypervisors out there for running QEMU/KVM virtual machines (VMs) and LXC containers. It has a nice web management interface and a lot of features. One of the most amazing features of Proxmox VE is that it can passthrough PCI/PCIE devices (i.e. an NVIDIA GPU) from your computer to Proxmox VE virtual machines (VMs). The PCI/PCIE passthrough is getting better and better with newer Proxmox VE releases. At the time of this writing, the lat

How to Install VirtualBox on Ubuntu 24.04

Anyone can easily run multiple operating systems on one host simultaneously, provided they have VirtualBox installed. Even for Ubuntu 24.04, you can install VirtualBox and utilize it to run any supported operating system.The best part about VirtualBox is that it is open-source virtualization software, and you can install and use it anytime. Whether you are stuck on how to install VirtualBox on Ubuntu 24.04 or looking to advance with other operating systems on top of your host, this post gives yo

Important Proxmox VE 8 PCI/PCIE Passthrough Tweaks, Fixes, and Workarounds

In recent years, support for PCI/PCIE (i.e. GPU passthrough) has improved a lot in newer hardware. So, the regular Proxmox VE PCI/PCIE and GPU passthrough guide should work in most new hardware. Still, you may face many problems passing through GPUs and other PCI/PCIE devices on a Proxmox VE virtual machine. There are many tweaks/fixes/workarounds for some of the common Proxmox VE GPU and PCI/PCIE passthrough problems. In this article, I am going to discuss some of the most common Proxmox VE PC

How to Install Proxmox VE 8 on Your Server

Proxmox VE (Virtualization Environment) is an open-source enterprise virtualization and containerization platform. It has a built-in user-friendly web interface for managing virtual machines and LXC containers. It has other features such as Ceph software-defined storage (SDS), software-defined networking (SDN), high availability (HA) clustering, and many more. After the recent Broadcom acquisition of VMware, the cost of VMware products has risen to the point that many small to medium-sized comp

How to Upload/Download ISO Images on Proxmox VE Server

Most of the operating system distributes their installer program in ISO image format. So, the most common way of installing an operating system on a Proxmox VE virtual machine is using an ISO image of that operating system. You can obtain the ISO image file of your favorite operating systems from their official website. To install your favorite operating system on a Proxmox VE virtual machine, the ISO image of that operating system must be available in a proper storage location on your Proxmox

How to Keep Proxmox VE 8 Server Up-to-date

Keeping your Proxmox VE server up-to-date is important as newer updates come with bug fixes and improved security. If you’re using the Proxmox VE community version (the free version of Proxmox VE without an enterprise subscription), installing new updates will also add new features to your Proxmox VE server as they are released. In this article, I am going to show you how to check if new updates are available on your Proxmox VE server. If updates are available, I will also show you how to inst

How to Enable SR-IOV from the BIOS/UEFI Firmware of Your Motherboard

The full form of SR-IOV is Single Root I/O Virtualization. Some PCI/PCIE devices have multiple virtual functions and each of these virtual functions can be passed to a different virtual machine. SR-IOV is the technology that allows this type of PCI/PCIE passthrough. For example, an 8-port SR-IOV capable network card has 8 virtual functions, 1 for each port. 8 of these virtual functions or network ports can be passed to 8 different virtual machines (VMs). In this article, we will show you how t

How to Enable IOMMU/VT-d from the BIOS/UEFI Firmware of Your Motherboard

The full form of IOMMU is Input Output Memory Management Unit. IOMMU maps the virtual addresses of a device to physical addresses which allows the device to be passed to a virtual machine (VM). VT-D does the same thing as IOMMU. The main difference is that IOMMU is developed by AMD while VT-D is developed by Intel. In this article, we will show you how to enable the IOMMU/VT-d CPU feature from the BIOS/UEFI firmware of some of the most popular desktop motherboards (i.e. ASUS, ASRock, MSI, and

How to Create a Bootable USB Thumb Drive of Proxmox VE 8

Proxmox VE 8 is the latest version of the Proxmox Virtual Environment. Proxmox VE is an open-source enterprise Type-I virtualization and containerization platform. In this article, I am going to show you how to download the ISO image of Proxmox VE 8 and create a bootable USB thumb drive of Proxmox VE 8 on Windows 10/11 and Linux so that you can use it to install Proxmox VE 8 on your server and run virtual machines (VMs) and LXC containers.   Table of Contents Downloading the Proxmox VE 8 IS

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