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Linux is renowned for its flexibility, security, and performance, making it the operating system of choice for developers, system administrators, and power users alike. However, the generic Linux kernel may not always meet the needs of users seeking maximum performance and responsiveness. This is where the Liquorix Kernel comes into play—a performance-optimized alternative that promises to supercharge your Linux system. In this article, we will explore what the Liquorix Kernel is, why you might want to use it, and how to install and configure it to get the best performance out of your system.

SkyByte: An Upcoming Mini DIY Drone Powered by ESP32 MCU with Smartphone Control The SkyByte, an upcoming Mini DIY Wi-Fi Drone powered by the versatile ESP32 microcontroller, is set to debut on Kickstarter soon. This compact, open-source drone is engineered to attract both tech enthusiasts and beginners, featuring control via a smartphone app.

This tutorial shows the installation of an Ubuntu 24.04 server in detail with many screenshots. The guide's purpose is to show the base installation of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS that can be used as a basis for our other Ubuntu tutorials here at howtoforge, like our perfect server guides.

Laravel is a web application framework based on PHP that is used to build enterprise and robust full-stack web applications. This tutorial will show you how to install Laravel on the Alma Linux 9 server.

Here's the tea, for all open sourcers inclined to drink it Opinion Oracle is dropping Terraform for OpenTofu, and IBM's CEO is talking up open source. What does all this mean for both programs? Here's what I see happening. …

The Redis move to a new license means it will no longer be considered open source software. This article will explain how to move from Redis to the alternative, Valkey. Background A few weeks ago, the company behind Redis published a blog post announcing that future versions of the Redis project were moving from BSD-3 […]

Because not everyone has time to be a tech guru Manjaro Linux is the DIY-spirited Arch Linux distro, but made easier – so that those still on their way to guru status will be able to say: "I run Arch, BTW."…

Among the numerous text processing tools available on the Linux shell, awk stands out for its power and versatility. Originally developed in the 1970s by Aho, Weinberger, and Kernighan, awk is more than just a command - it's a complete programming language designed for processing and analyzing text files.

Enjoy some Noble Numbat novelty now – but excluding GNOME 46.1 . It comes a bit later than usual, but if you are running Ubuntu 23.10 Mantic Minotaur, you should start seeing prompts to upgrade to the new release.…

Over the past few months, we’ve been accelerating our ability to execute outstandingly, make faster decisions, and realize our multi-product ambitions. To help facilitate this, I’m excited to announce an organizational change within the product team. This change will enable us to better develop and scale products at different stages of development and maturity. Today, […]

In the realm of IT infrastructure, the performance of Linux servers is a critical factor that can significantly influence business operations, user experience, and cost efficiency. Linux servers, known for their flexibility and open-source nature, are prevalent in enterprise environments. Understanding how to evaluate and optimize their performance is essential for maintaining a robust and responsive IT ecosystem. This article delves into the intricacies of benchmarking and optimization techniques to ensure your Linux servers operate at their peak potential.

SECO 3.5" Single Board Computer with RK3568 SoC and Linux Compatibility . The SBC-3.5-RK3568 by SECO emerges as a robust 3.5” single board computer powered by the Rockchip RK3568 SoC, combining high performance with extensive connectivity options. This SBC is tailored for a variety of applications, from industrial automation to digital signage and media streaming.

Or so says CIQ, which coincidentally has issues obtaining RHEL's kernel sources. Comment A new hire at Rocky Linux creator CIQ is rocking the LTS-Linux-distro boat – by shining a spotlight on the elephant in the room (or one of the herd).…

RISC-V Based MaixCAM With 1TOPS NPU Performance and 5MP Camera Support The Sipeed MaixCAM is a specialized hardware platform designed for AI vision and AIoT applications, powered by the SOPHO SG2002 processor. This versatile board supports both Linux and RTOS environments, making it suitable for a range of embedded projects.

MediaWiki is an open-source wiki software used by the largest wiki sites such as Wikipedia and Wikimedia. This tutorial will show you how to install MediaWiki with the LAMP Stack (Apache, MariaDB, and PHP) on the Debian 12 server.

Salt or Saltstack is an open-source IT automation framework written in Python. It allows administrators to execute commands remotely to multiple machines directly.

'Sid' is looking a little sickly of late, but it will pass. The intrepid users of Debian's "testing" branch just discovered that a bunch of their password manager's features disappeared… but their package manager is going to get new ones.…

In the realm of modern computing, networking is a cornerstone that facilitates communication between devices and systems. Among the various operating systems, Linux stands out for its robustness and versatility in handling network operations. This article aims to provide an understanding of Linux network protocols and packet processing, offering insights that are crucial for both novice and seasoned network administrators.

Includes a Raspberry Pi version, which works well on the Pi 5. The latest update to MX Linux is out, and has some small but handy improvements to make it easier to get online and install.…

Remember Intel's 'Larrabee' many-core Pentium-based GPU? GCC doesn't After dropping Itanium support, GCC 15 is set to kill off more ancient platforms, with the Xeon Phi facing the firing squad alongside the penultimate version of Solaris.…