Category: Ubuntu Linux

Articles based on Ubuntu Linux, including installing packages, managing user accounts, sharing files with Windows machines and more.

  • Learn Workspaces and how to use them on Ubuntu Linux

    Learn Workspaces and how to use them on Ubuntu Linux

    Ubuntu 18.04 LTS offers a feature called Workspaces, similar to Windows 10’s virtual desktops, that allows the organization of apps and reduces clutter. Workspaces can be created and manipulated through the workspace selector, and apps can be moved between them via drag and drop. Closing all windows in a workspace removes it.

  • How to install InvoicePlane with Apache on Ubuntu Linux

    How to install InvoicePlane with Apache on Ubuntu Linux

    This article explains how to install InvoicePlane, an open-source invoicing and payment platform, on Ubuntu Linux with Apache support. Detailed steps are provided to install Apache2 and MariaDB, secure the database, upgrade PHP from a third-party repository, create an InvoicePlane database, configure the servers, and setup Apache2 virtual host configuration. A step-by-step installation guide follows…

  • How to Install WebERP with Apache on Ubuntu Linux

    How to Install WebERP with Apache on Ubuntu Linux

    The article provides a comprehensive guide for installing and utilizing WebERP, a popular open-source accounting and business management system, on Ubuntu Linux with Apache support. Essential steps include the installation of Apache2, MariaDB, PHP 7.1 and related modules alongside creating a WebERP database and eventually configuring Apache. The article concludes with the successful enabling and…

  • How to Install WebERP with Nginx on Ubuntu Linux

    How to Install WebERP with Nginx on Ubuntu Linux

    The content provides detailed steps to install open-source accounting and business management system, WebERP, on Ubuntu Linux with Nginx support. The process includes installing Nginx webserver, MariaDB database server, and PHP 7.1 from third-party repositories. It also explores commands to create WebERP database and set the right permissions. Additionally, the guide explains how to configure…

  • How to Backup Files to Dropbox on Ubuntu Linux

    How to Backup Files to Dropbox on Ubuntu Linux

    The post explains how to install and configure Dropbox on Ubuntu 16.04 LTS Servers for automatic backup of essential files. It provides step-by-step instructions on downloading the Dropbox package, extracting it, moving the contents, and enabling Dropbox to authenticate the server. The post also covers how to create a Dropbox service account and set files…

  • Managing VirtualBox with phpVirtualBox on Ubuntu

    Managing VirtualBox with phpVirtualBox on Ubuntu

    The post walks readers through the process of managing VirtualBox 5.2 on a headless Ubuntu 16.04 LTS server using phpVirtualBox. It outlines the prerequisites, including the installation of VirtualBox and PHP 7.1 with related modules. The instructions then proceed to cover the installation of Apache2 HTTP server, PHP 7.1, and finally, phpVirtualBox. Guidance is also…

  • Upgrade MariaDB on Ubuntu: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Upgrade MariaDB on Ubuntu: A Step-by-Step Guide

    MariaDB, an open-source server and fork of MySQL, is quickly becoming a preferred choice on Linux systems. This post provides instructions for installing MariaDB 10.2 or 10.3 on Ubuntu 16.04 LTS. As Ubuntu’s default repository only supports MariaDB 10.1, the article guides users through the process of adding a specific MariaDB repository. Installation, including setting…

  • How to Install Dropbox on Ubuntu Linux

    How to Install Dropbox on Ubuntu Linux

    The content guides users on how to install Dropbox on Ubuntu 18.04 LTS, which provides reliable online storage particularly for this operating system. It walks through downloading and installing the tool, configuring Dropbox, and setting up automatic backups. It also demonstrates how to access content among connected devices through the Dropbox folder.

  • Set Root Password for MariaDB on Ubuntu

    Set Root Password for MariaDB on Ubuntu

    The MariaDB database server now installs on Ubuntu without requiring a root user password for server access, a departure from its MySQL origins. This could cause issues with dependent applications like phpMyAdmin and MySQL Workbench. However, it’s possible to re-enable password authentication by updating the user plugin settings, restarting and securing the MariaDB server, and…

  • Fix WordPress File Upload Issues on Nginx

    Fix WordPress File Upload Issues on Nginx

    The article provides a tutorial on troubleshooting file upload issues in WordPress on the Nginx web server and PHP-FPM on Ubuntu 17.04 or 17.10. The author explains how to grant correct directory permissions, adjust PHP-FPM for larger file uploads, configure Nginx for larger file sizes, and restart to apply new settings.