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'ls': Navigating Linux with Precision.

In the vast landscape of Unix-like operating systems, navigating through directories and managing files efficiently is a fundamental task for both users and administrators. At the core of this file management process is a simple yet powerful command: the ls command.

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`w` vs`who` commands.

In Unix-like operating systems, the w and the who are command-line utilities used to display information about users currently logged into the system. While they achieve similar objectives, their level of detail and information varies. 🎧 Here's a breakdown of the differences between the two: w Command The w

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How to List Only Hidden Files in Linux.

In Linux, hidden files are files or directories whose names start with a dot (.). These files are often used for configuration or settings purposes, such as .zshrc, .gitconfig, .profile, .ssh, and more. By hiding these files, the system reduces the chance that a user might accidentally delete or alter them,

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grep --color

The grep --color command is used to highlight the matching parts of the text that the grep command finds. This makes it easier to visually identify the search results. 🎧 Here's the overview: $ grep -i --color 'failed' /var/log/auth.log This command searches for the word

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SUDOEDIT.

sudoedit is a command used in Linux and Unix systems that allows users to edit files as the superuser (root) while maintaining security by using their preferred text editor.  It's similar to using sudo with a text editor (e.g., sudo nano or sudo vim), but with an

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/bin directory.

This is a series of posts focusing on the Linux Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS), which defines the structure and directory layout of Unix-like operating systems, including Linux.

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Block websites on Local.

Blocking access to specific websites can significantly improve system security and manage network traffic. Redirecting malicious or phishing sites helps protect against potential threats while preventing access to unwanted sites reduces network congestion and minimizes security risks.

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touch Command.

The touch command is simple yet powerful. Its primary use is to create empty files and update the timestamps of existing files. Using touch with no option changes a file's access and modification times to the current time —and NO!!!, the touch command does not replace or overwrite

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/root directory.

This is a series of posts focusing on the Linux Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS), which defines the structure and directory layout of Unix-like operating systems, including Linux.

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The Five (5) Most Used Commands on Unix-like Systems.

Unix-like operating systems offer a wide range of commands for various tasks. Some commands are fundamental for performing everyday tasks efficiently. These commands are essential for navigating the file system, managing files, or obtaining system information. 🎧 Here are the top five (5) most commonly used commands: 1. ls: Lists the

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SOURCE ~/.zshrc

This is the tenth in a series of posts, featuring Protips, tips, tricks, hacks, and secrets provided by Our Team 🙊 — We want to share our top tips for the growing and thriving Linux community out there. Because sometimes you need a little help...

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GeoPin: Small Script --Unveiling the World Behind Every IP Address.

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OpenVPN Configuration: #Server's VPN Subnet.

This is the ninth in a series of posts, featuring Protips, tips, tricks, hacks, and secrets provided by Our Team 🙊 — We want to share our top tips for the growing and thriving Linux community out there. Because sometimes you need a little help...

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OpenVPN Configuration: #Redirecting Client Traffic via VPN Gateway for Enhanced Security.

This is the eighth in a series of posts, featuring Protips, tips, tricks, hacks, and secrets provided by Our Team 🙊 — We want to share our top tips for the growing and thriving Linux community out there. Because sometimes you need a little help...

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Using Wireshark to Sniff and Capture Credentials in an Unsecured HTTP protocol.

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ab - Apache server performance testing tool.

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Pseudo-tty with ssh -t

This is the twelfth in a series of posts featuring Protips, tips, tricks, hacks, and secrets provided by Our Team 🙊 — We want to share our top tips for the growing and thriving Linux community out there. Because sometimes you need a little help...

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How to change the default text editor in Debian.

There is a never-ending argument among Linux users over which text editor is the best when it comes to text editors. Well, after your choice is personal; I've seen folks sticking to a single editor while others use 3 to 4 at the same time. It all depends

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Systemctl daemon-reload.

A unit in Systemd is a systemd object that performs or controls a particular task or action. Systemd uses units to start/stop/manage services, organize boot process, maintain tasks and processes, create sockets, mount file-system, and initialize hardware.

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Run Multiple 'Cmds' at once in Linux.

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SYN-SYN-ACK and ACK 🤝

Understanding TCP Flags TCP flags are used to indicate a particular state during a TCP conversation. TCP flags can be used for troubleshooting purposes or to control how a particular connection is handled. Each of them has its own significance. They initiate connections, carry data, and tear down connections. Commonly

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Is 256-bit SSL Encryption any Safe?

SSL certificates enable encrypted connections between a client and a web server via the transport layer security (TLS) protocol. Nobody can intercept a message while it’s being transmitted over an encrypted connection. Again, it does not protect your website from getting hacked.

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Build and Install htop 3 on Ubuntu.

Htop is a command-line utility that allows you to interactively monitor your running system’s vital resources processes in real-time which are currently managed by the Linux Kernel. It's a little bit like its counterpart 'top' but on steroids.

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User authentication process.

Have you ever asked yourself how the user authentication process works? Let's jump. What is User Authentication? User authentication is a security process that covers all of the human-to-computer interactions that require the user to register and log in. Simply said, authentication asks each user: 'who the

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How to Remotely Reboot your Server.