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The 10 Best DNS Servers for Gaming to Reduce Lag and Increase Speed in 2025
By WaleedOnline gaming has become more competitive and immersive in 2025. Esports has exploded into a billion-dollar industry, at...
How to Check Memory Usage in Linux – 6 Quick Ways
Memory management is a vital aspect of keeping a Linux system running smoothly. Whether you're...
September 19, 2024 - 8 min
How to Change DNS Server on Ubuntu 20.04
Understanding Ubuntu DNS settings is critical for all Linux users. Whether you aim to use...
September 19, 2024 - 10 min
Uniqode vs QRCodeChimp: An exhaustive review
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July 23, 2024 - 8 min
Laravel vs CodeIgniter: Choosing The Right PHP Framework for Your 2024 Project
Key Takeaways Laravel is a free, open-source PHP framework designed for web application development. Laravel...
July 4, 2024 - 20 min
Horizontal vs Vertical Scaling: Key Differences
Key Takeaways Scalability is crucial for businesses to handle increasing demands and ensure optimal performance....
May 29, 2024 - 11 min
How to Install Etcher on Ubuntu In 2 Easy Methods
balenaEtcher, a free and open-source utility, simplifies preparing bootable USB drives and SD cards. This...
April 19, 2024 - 4 min
Useradd vs Adduser Explained: A Detailed Breakdown
Key Takeaways Useradd is a low-level Linux command for basic user account creation. Adduser is...
April 4, 2024 - 17 min
How to Install Apache Tomcat 9 on Ubuntu 22.04
Apache Tomcat is an open-source, lightweight application server designed for hosting Java web applications. It...
April 1, 2024 - 6 min
Dual Core vs Quad Core: Understanding Processor Differences
Key Takeaways Dual-core processors are best for basic tasks and budget-friendliness. Quad-core processors excel at...
March 26, 2024 - 14 min
Windows Command Prompt: Learn 70+ Essential Windows CMD Commands
The Windows Command Prompt, also known as CMD or Command Line Interface (CLI), is a...
March 13, 2024 - 24 min
Reinstall the Ubuntu Operating System in 4 Easy Steps
If you're having problems with your computer, like an upgrade not working or issues with...
March 11, 2024 - 5 min
How to Delete Partitions in Linux Using fdisk
Managing disk space is a crucial aspect of system administration, especially when dealing with Linux...
March 6, 2024 - 4 min
How to Uninstall or Remove Packages from CentOS
Uninstallation or removal of software packages from a CentOS system is a straightforward process, thanks...
March 4, 2024 - 5 min
What Is Linux Average Load? [6 Monitoring Tools Inside]
Resource consumption is one of the most frequent worries of system administrators. That’s because of...
February 4, 2024 - 8 min
Find and Replace in Vim and Vi
Vim, renowned for its robust and versatile editing capabilities, excels in efficient text manipulation, particularly...
January 29, 2024 - 8 min
Crontab Reboot: How to Schedule Jobs for Automatic Execution at System Startup
Ease of automation is one of the reasons sysadmins and users opt for Linux as...
January 25, 2024 - 5 min
Introduction to Data Centers: Everything to Know in 2024
In today's digitally-driven world, data centers are the unsung heroes that power our online experiences....
January 24, 2024 - 23 min
What Is Dedicated Server and How Does It Work?
Key Takeaways A server is a single physical computer allocated explicitly to one client, offering...
January 20, 2024 - 29 min
The Major Differences Between bashrc vs bash_profile in Linux
The Bash shell in Linux relies on configuration files, such as .bashrc and .bash_profile, to customize the environment...
January 14, 2024 - 7 min
How to Install Kubernetes Cluster on Ubuntu 22.04 in 3 Steps
Kubernetes has become a cornerstone in modern software deployment, offering a robust platform for automating...
January 12, 2024 - 9 min
How To Install Python 3 on Windows 10 in 5 Easy Steps
Guido van Rossum created Python as a versatile programming language in 1991. You can find...
January 11, 2024 - 4 min
How to Use SSH Port Forwarding & PuTTY
SSH port forwarding is an essential aspect of securely accessing remote servers. Before going into...
January 8, 2024 - 9 min
2 Easy Ways of Installing Wine on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
Linux (and open-source software) has come a long way in providing a robust and versatile...
January 4, 2024 - 7 min
How to Update Docker Images & Containers in 4 Steps
A Docker image is like a ready-to-go package for your application. Typically, a Docker image...
December 10, 2023 - 4 min
How To Configure and Install Zsh Ubuntu
Many sysadmins and developers spend a lot of their time in the Linux shell. Whether...
November 28, 2023 - 7 min
Check the OpenSSL Version Number in 3 Easy Steps
OpenSSL plays a crucial role in securing online communication. It's a robust, open-source library for...
November 28, 2023 - 3 min
SQLite vs MySQL: Find The Best Database Management System For 2024
As the digital era evolves, selecting the right database system cannot be overstated. Decisions made...
November 27, 2023 - 21 min
3 Easy Ways To Check The Installed PostgreSQL Version
PostgreSQL (often shortened as Postgres) is a powerful open-source relational database management system (RDBMS) that...
November 27, 2023 - 4 min
Private Network vs Public Network: A Detailed Breakdown
Did you know that in 2023, internet users worldwide were estimated to be around 5.18...
November 17, 2023 - 12 min
How to Rename a Directory in Linux in Four Easy Ways
Even the new users know that directories are the primary working blocks of a Linux...
November 9, 2023 - 7 min
How to Fix SSH Permission Denied (Publickey) Error
If you use SSH to connect to servers, you may have encountered the SSH Permission...
November 2, 2023 - 7 min
Your Complete Guide To Cron Jobs In Linux
Cron jobs in Linux are automated tasks that help users schedule regular activities, such as...
November 1, 2023 - 9 min
Mastering the Docker Run Command: Six Operational Scenarios
Docker has become the containerization platform of choice for many open source and proprietary projects....
October 28, 2023 - 6 min
How to Use GRUB Rescue Commands to Fix Linux Boot Failure
GRUB (Grand Unified Bootloader) is a tool for booting and loading operating system kernels and...
October 14, 2023 - 7 min
A Comparison of Rocky Linux vs Ubuntu: Choosing the Ideal Linux Distribution
By 2030, the Linux market share is expected to grow with a CAGR of 20.1%....
October 13, 2023 - 9 min
Elevate Your Experience with the Best Terminal for Ubuntu in 2024
In the landscape of Linux distributions, Ubuntu stands out as a popular choice for users...
October 10, 2023 - 7 min
Debian vs Arch: A Comprehensive Exploration of Two Linux Titans
Did you know that over 96% of the world's top 1 million servers run on...
September 25, 2023 - 12 min
How to Install deb Files (Packages) on Ubuntu 22.04
Ubuntu is renowned for its ease of use and capable package management system. In most...
September 24, 2023 - 8 min
Ultimate Docker Cleanup Guide: Prune Unused Images, Containers & Volumes
If you've been running Docker-based containers for a while, you’ll find that some housekeeping is...
September 5, 2023 - 10 min
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