This tutorial teaches students how to install the XCP-ng virtualization server, an open-source Hypervisor platform developed from collective efforts between individuals and companies, and the XCP-ng management client. The guide outlines the benefits of XCP-ng for cloud management without unnecessary costs, and provides a step-by-step installation guide for Ubuntu users, including creating bootable USB or…

The tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on installing ProjectSend, a self-hosted file-sharing software, on Ubuntu 20.04 | 18.04 LTS systems. The process involves setting up an Apache HTTP server, installing MariaDB database server, installing PHP 7.4 from third-party repositories, creating a ProjectSend database, downloading and installing the ProjectSend package and configuring its site. The setup…

This tutorial guides on installing ProjectSend, a self-hosted file-sharing software, on Ubuntu 20.04 or 18.04 LTS systems. It involves installing Nginx HTTP server, MariaDB database server, and PHP 7.4-FPM. Then, a ProjectSend database is created. The ProjectSend package is downloaded, extracted, configured and file permissions are set. An Nginx virtual host for ProjectSend content is…

This tutorial guides users through installing MYKI Password Manager on Ubuntu 20.04 and 18.04 LTS. MYKI, a cross-platform password manager, offers secure multi-device password storage, allowing access via fingerprint, Face ID, or PIN without needing to type a master password. It syncs across devices with end-to-end encryption and automatically stores 2-factor authentication tokens. Two methods…

The tutorial guides students and new users on installing SpiderFoot, an open-source vulnerability tool for security assessments, on Ubuntu 20.04 and 18.04. It offers two variants, an open-source version and SpiderFoot HX for professionals. Installation involves Python, downloading the SpiderFoot package, and following the provided steps to run it. SpiderFoot also offers a web interface…

The tutorial differentiates between the ‘sudo’ and ‘su’ commands in Ubuntu Linux and their application. ‘Sudo’, standing for superuser do or substitute user do, runs a high shell without the need for user identity, allowing commands to be run with root power. ‘Su’, or switch user, lets users change their current account to any account…

This tutorial teaches how to install the ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana, and Beats) on Ubuntu. This process involves preparing Ubuntu, installing Java, Elasticsearch, Kibana, Logstash, and Filebeat. By integrating these tools, one can create a robust search and analytics platform to run services. Configurations and installations are done through a series of command prompts.

The guide offers a walkthrough on how to install ConfigServer Security & Firewall (CSF) on Ubuntu 20.04/18.04. CSF is open-source firewall software providing robust security for Linux servers including intrusion detection. The tutorial demonstrates how to install CSF by downloading and executing its install scripts. It guides through configuring CSF, accessing its web interface, and…

This post provides a tutorial on using the ‘chattr’ command in Ubuntu Linux, a tool used to modify file attributes. It walks through the syntax of the command, defines operator and option values, and provides examples of usage. It also discusses how to make a file immutable and previews the command’s help page.

This tutorial demonstrates how to install and configure Fail2ban on Ubuntu 20.04 and 18.04 to enhance Linux server security. Fail2ban protects servers from brute force and other automated attacks by scanning server logs for malicious activity and banning offending IPs via the system’s firewall. After installation, configuration involves creating a ‘.local’ file for specific adjustments,…