Category: Ubuntu Linux

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

  • How to Install Apache on Google Cloud Server

    How to Install Apache on Google Cloud Server

    This post teaches beginners how to install the Apache HTTP server on a Google Cloud server running Ubuntu Linux, building on previous lessons on creating a domain and setting up a server. The Apache HTTP server, a popular open-source server, enables content to be published online and served to audiences. Users can simply login to…

  • How to Create a Google Cloud Server with Ubuntu Linux

    How to Create a Google Cloud Server with Ubuntu Linux

    The post guides students and new users on creating a Google Cloud server with Ubuntu Linux to run websites. It covers the process of registering for a domain, setting up a cloud server, and installing necessary software. Instructions on pointing a domain name to a server are also given. This guide assumes users already have…

  • Configure PuTTY SSH Key Authentication on Windows 11

    Configure PuTTY SSH Key Authentication on Windows 11

    The post provides a step-by-step guide for configuring PuTTY with SSH Key (no passwords) authentication on Windows 11, deemed more secure than traditional password authentication. It covers the process from downloading and installing PuTTY, generating a key pair, and copying the public key to the SSH server to disabling password login and configuring the PuTTY…

  • How to Set Up SSH Key Authentication in Windows 11

    How to Set Up SSH Key Authentication in Windows 11

    The post provides a guide for creating and configuring SSH keys for passwordless login on Ubuntu Linux, Unix-like systems, and Windows 11. It also includes instructions on how to use these keys to authenticate to an SSH server and the configuration steps for disabling password login. Additionally, it deals with how to copy your public…

  • Install Windows 11 and Ubuntu Linux: A Dual Boot Guide

    Install Windows 11 and Ubuntu Linux: A Dual Boot Guide

    The post provides a step-by-step guide for students and new users to install Windows 11 and Ubuntu Linux on a single computer, thus setting up a dual boot system. Key steps include creating a separate partition on Windows 11, downloading and creating a bootable Ubuntu USB drive, and finally, booting and installing Ubuntu with precautions…

  • How to Install Apache Maven on Ubuntu Linux

    How to Install Apache Maven on Ubuntu Linux

    This article guides students and new users on how to install Apache Maven on Ubuntu Linux. Maven, an open-source software project management tool, can easily be installed using Ubuntu’s default repositories or manually for the latest version. The post also provides instructions on how to verify the installed version and set up Maven environment variables.

  • How to Add Brotli Support on Apache

    How to Add Brotli Support on Apache

    The post instructs how to add Brotli support to Apache on Ubuntu Linux. Brotli, an open-source compression algorithm by Google, compresses data more efficiently than other algorithms. To use Brotli with Apache, the Apache Brotli module needs to be activated. Apache should have SSL support before using Brotli, achievable using Let’s Encrypt. Steps include installing…

  • How to Install MySQL Workbench on Ubuntu Linux

    How to Install MySQL Workbench on Ubuntu Linux

    This article provides a guide for students and new users on how to install and operate MySQL Workbench on Ubuntu Linux. The post illustrates how to manage MySQL or MariaDB databases locally or remotely, run SQL queries, configure servers, and more. It provides installation steps using Snap package management and how to establish a database…

  • How to Install Redis on Ubuntu Linux

    How to Install Redis on Ubuntu Linux

    This guide offers instructions for students and new users to install and configure Redis in-memory database on Ubuntu Linux. The process involves running several commands to install Redis, verifying its status, and configuring remote access if required. As a beneficial tool for dynamic applications and websites, Redis enhances speed through its caching abilities, especially in…

  • How to List Installed Packages on Ubuntu Linux

    How to List Installed Packages on Ubuntu Linux

    This article provides detailed steps for listing all installed packages on Ubuntu Linux using the apt and dpkg-query package management tools. It highlights the importance of knowing installed packages when diagnosing vulnerabilities or replicating installations. Additionally, it discusses how to use filters for a more readable output, or count the total number of installed packages.