How to add an existing HDD to Ubuntu
How to Add an HDD to Ubuntu – A Step‑by‑Step Guide Prologue – Meet Pavel Pavel just bought a second hard‑drive (HDD) to store movies, backups, and a few old projects. The machine already runs Ubuntu 24.04 LTS,
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Wayland‑only “Dual‑RTX 2080 Ti” Gaming Setup on Ubuntu 25.04
Dual GPUs on Wayland don’t “just work” like X-org. After fighting configs, drivers, and Vulkan quirks, I finally got a clean setup: desktop on one GPU, games on the other. This guide shows how to make it actually work on modern Ubuntu + NVIDIA.
Configuring Apache/Nginx, MySQL/MariaDB, and PHP Servers on Ubuntu
In this post, we’ll deep-dive into the configuration of the LAMP and LEMP stacks, covering how to install, configure, and integrate Apache/Nginx with MySQL/MariaDB and PHP. By the end, you'll have a fully functioning web server on Ubuntu, capable of handling PHP-based websites and dynamic content.
Setting Up a Web Server on Ubuntu (LAMP/LEMP Stack)
If you’re looking to set up a web server on Ubuntu, you're in the right place! This post will guide you through the process of setting up a web server using the LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) and LEMP (Linux, Nginx, MySQL, PHP) stacks.
Getting More Performance from Linux with Simple sysctl Tweaks
Boost your Linux system for low-latency performance! These kernel tweaks prioritize real-time tasks, reduce scheduling overhead, and keep timers stable—perfect for smoother gaming, audio, and benchmarking.
When One Dropbox Icon Became Two (And Then Everything Broke)
On Ubuntu 24.04 with Wayland, starting Dropbox suddenly made every tray icon appear twice. What looked like a small cosmetic glitch turned into a long debugging journey through GNOME extensions, scripts, and terminal tricks—until one hidden setting finally solved it.
Managing AppArmor and SELinux on Ubuntu: Introduction to Linux Security Modules
AppArmor and SELinux are tools used to harden the security posture of Linux distributions. These tools, known as Linux Security Modules, provide mechanisms for restricting what programs and processes can do on a system, thereby adding a layer of security.
Linux Kernel & System Performance Tweaks for Gaming: The Ultimate Unsafe Guide
Want smoother gameplay on Linux in minutes? These six tweaks from CPU governor and GRUB parameters to SSD scheduler and GPU power mode, can reduce frame-time variance by up to 15%, making games feel faster, more stable, and more responsive.
Securing SSH Connections: Key-Based Authentication and SSH Security Configuration
SSH connections is critical when managing remote servers or accessing your Ubuntu system remotely. By default, SSH allows password-based authentication, which can be vulnerable to brute-force attacks and unauthorized access. In this detailed guide, we'll explore how to enhance SSH security.
Installing and Configuring Firewall on Ubuntu: Setup and Configuration of UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall)
Firewalls are essential for protecting your system from unauthorized access and securing your network. Ubuntu, being a popular Linux distribution, comes with a simple yet powerful firewall utility called UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall).
How to Check if a Package Is Installed on Different Linux Distributions
Learn how to check if a package is installed on Linux using different package managers like APT, YUM, DNF, Zypper, and Pacman. A quick reference to save time and avoid unnecessary re-installations.
Final Assembly and Storage Layout in an Ultra-Compact Gaming PC
The build is almost complete. In this chapter, I finish assembling the system, make some intentionally overcomplicated storage decisions, wrestle with cable management in a tiny case, forget about Secure Boot (again), and finally bring the whole machine to life under Ubuntu.