Linux
Leveraging WSL2 for Systems & Cloud Administration, Cybersecurity, and Software Development
As an IT administrator, cybersecurity worker, or software developer, you don't need to manage large virtual machines in order to run Linux on a Windows system. In this post, I'll describe how WSL2 works to achieve this, as well as how to configure it.
2024 in Review
It's important to pause and reflect every so often to stay grounded and focused. So, each December I look back on the year's events and summarize them in a blog post.
Running an LLM locally using Ollama
Running a Large Language Model (LLM) on your local workstation can be a daunting task. But with Ollama, it's incredibly easy.
Installing a Fedora Linux ARM VM from a Raw Image
Some Linux distributions (including Fedora Workstation) only provide a raw image for ARM-based systems. In this post, I'll outline how to install a Fedora virtual machine (VM) on an ARM system using this raw image.
How I Keep my Linux Textbook Updated for New Versions
The sixth edition of my Linux textbook is the first one that directs readers to install the latest version of their Linux distribution. In this post, you'll learn how I'm able to pull that off.
The Rise of RISC-V and Open Hardware
We're on the cusp of a hardware revolution that mirrors the massive open source revolution of the 2000s that led to the modern cloud. And the pivotal technology at the heart of it is RISC-V.
Setting up a Raspberry Pi Home Server
You can use a SSD-based Raspberry Pi hardware kit to build a home server that can perform backups, host email, filter ads, and much more.
Essential keyboard shortcuts (Windows/macOS/Linux/UNIX)
Regardless of which desktop operating system you use, there are many keyboard shortcuts that can save you time and boost productivity. In this blog post, I'll summarize some key ones (pun intended).
Linux Distro Hopping is a Bad Idea
There are hundreds of different Linux distros available. But you shouldn't try them all... or even many of them.