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8/1/2025
How to Generate a Free Let’s Encrypt TLS Certificate Using Certbot on Linux
This step-by-step guide walks you through the simple process of generating and installing a free Let's Encrypt SSL certificate on your Linux server using the Certbot tool.
7/31/2025
What Is SSL, TLS, and HTTPS?
This guide explains SSL, TLS, and HTTPS, the key protocols that work together to protect your personal data from being seen/stolen by others.
7/24/2025
What Is GNU and How Does It Relate to Open-Source Software and Linux?
Understanding GNU helps explain not just how Linux came to be, but why the entire open-source movement exists as we know it today. Learn about the project that provided the tools, philosophy, and legal framework that made modern open-source possible.
7/11/2025
What Is Ansible and How Does It Simplify Server Management?
Manually configuring servers is slow and prone to errors. We explore what Ansible is and how this powerful automation tool can streamline your IT operations.
7/10/2025
The 9 Best Project Management Tools in 2025 - Free, Paid, and Self-Hosted Options
Compare the best project management software across free, paid, and self-hosted categories. From Monday.com's visual approach to Plane's modern open-source solution, and beyond, find the perfect tool for your team's needs and budget.
7/9/2025
What is Plane.so? (And How to Self-Host It)
Learn more about Plane.so, a comprehensive team management tool, and how to self-host it.
7/8/2025
How to Set Up Paperless-ngx Using Docker Compose
Stop digging through paper stacks and build your own searchable digital archive. This guide makes it easy to set up Paperless-ngx with Docker Compose in under an hour.
7/7/2025
What Is Linux Swap? (And How to Set It Up)
Linux swap acts as a safety net when your server runs low on RAM, but do modern systems really need it? In this article, we explore when swap is essential, when to skip it, and how to configure it properly for optimal server performance.
7/6/2025
What Are Hidden Files in Linux and Why Should You Care?
In this guide, we'll teach you what hidden files are in Linux and how to work with them.
7/5/2025
The 4 Best Linux Terminal Text Editors in 2025
Learn more about the differences between Vim, Nano, Emacs, and Neovim to find your perfect match for any server task.
7/4/2025
Debian vs. Ubuntu vs. Linux Mint - Which Linux Distribution Is Right for You?
In this article, we break down the key differences between Ubuntu, Debian, and Linux Mint, as well as their best use cases.