Category: Ubuntu Linux

The dd command is a versatile tool in Ubuntu Linux for copying and converting data, creating disk images and bootable USB drives, and copying data between devices. Users must be cautious of syntax and device selection when running commands. Some functionalities of the dd command include creating bootable drives, creating disk images or backups, cloning…

This article outlines how to disable IPv6 on Ubuntu Linux, which is enabled by default. It recommends disabling IPv6 when network infrastructure or applications do not support it. The simplest method involves modifying the /etc/sysctl.conf file and executing specific commands to apply the changes. The user can then verify that IPv6 is disabled.

The article provides various methods to list network interfaces on Ubuntu Linux, using commands like “ip link show”, “nmcli device status”, “ip addr show”, “netstat -i”, and “ls /sys/class/net/”. It also offers ways to view detailed information about specific interfaces. The ifconfig command, once default on Ubuntu, now requires the “sudo apt install net-tools” packages…

This summary concerns managing RAR files using the unrar and rar commands on Ubuntu Linux. The unrar command lets you handle RAR files, including listing, extracting, and testing files for integrity, whilst the rar command archives files in RAR format. Syntax is key for the correct functioning of these commands. The article provides installation instructions…

The article provides guidelines on managing Apache web server services on Ubuntu Linux, including starting, stopping, restarting, and reloading. The content emphasises that Ubuntu Linux is user-friendly for beginners. Step-by-step commands are offered to initiate or halt Apache services, with the restart and reload commands allowing a smooth application of changes without entirely ceasing server…

The article provides a guide on how to reset the Dock Panel to its default settings in Ubuntu Linux, useful when changes cause it to malfunction or appear incorrect. The process involves opening the Ubuntu Terminal app and entering specific commands. Note, if certain applications are uninstalled, they will not return upon resetting.

The article provides instructions on starting, stopping, restarting, and reloading Nginx services and processes on Ubuntu Linux using various commands. It suggests that Ubuntu is an ideal starting point for Linux beginners, particularly those managing a Nginx web server. The objective is to effectively manage Nginx services without disrupting the server’s overall operation.

The article provides a detailed guide on installing Etherpad, an open-source and customizable online editor for real-time collaboration, on Ubuntu Linux. The process involves preparing the Linux server, installing essential packages, setting up the MariaDB database server, installing Node.js, downloading and configuring Etherpad, creating a service account for Etherpad, installing Nginx for proxying, and enabling…

The article provides step-by-step instructions on installing Eclipse Mosquitto MQTT, an open-source message broker, on Ubuntu Linux. It also guides users on enabling and verifying its service, setting up authentication, and using terminal commands for exchanging messages via MQTT. Furthermore, it highlights additional security measures: creating SSL/TLS certificates and enabling WebSockets protocol for Mosquitto.