The open-source community, which has long been the cornerstone of Linux‘s success, has made incredible strides over the last few decades. Linux powers everything from servers to smartphones and is increasingly seen as the backbone of modern computing. Yet, despite…
Setting up a LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL/MariaDB, PHP) on Debian 12 and installing WordPress can be a straightforward process when you follow the right steps. This guide will walk you through it with minimal explanations. While performing a minimal…
Debian 12.9 is an excellent operating system known for its stability, security, and flexibility. However, for those who prefer a minimal, bloat-free installation, the default installation options are not ideal. Out of the box, Debian comes with unnecessary games, apps,…
If you’re new to Debian, you might have noticed that its stable release often comes with older versions of software. While this is great for system stability, sometimes you may want or need to install a newer version of a…
In this guide, I will walk you through the process of configuring a firewall on Manjaro Gnome Minimal Edition using iptables. By the end of this tutorial, your PC will be securely able to communicate with other devices over SFTP,…
As we begin 2025, I’m excited to share how I’ve revamped my development environment to make the most of virtual machines (VMs) running in VirtualBox. The foundation of my setup revolves around Windows 11 Home on an older Dell gaming…
As the world moves forward, the debate between Linux and Windows remains as relevant as ever. For many years, I’ve navigated the landscape of both operating systems, weighing their strengths and weaknesses. Recently, with Windows 10’s end of support looming,…
If you’re running CachyOS, an Arch-based Linux distribution, and need to configure a more manual approach to firewall management, you may want to replace the Uncomplicated Firewall (UFW) with iptables. While UFW is easy to use, it can sometimes interfere…
As a developer, I’m constantly looking for efficient ways to streamline my workflow. For the kind of projects I’m building—simple, PHP-driven brochure websites with no database (for now)—I don’t need a complex web server setup. Instead, I’ve opted for the…
As a Linux user focused on web design, programming, and graphic design, CachyOS is my distribution of choice. It offers a perfect blend of speed, stability, and essential software tools. Whether it’s waking up from suspend or updating apps, my…
Ubuntu is undoubtedly one of the most popular and versatile Linux distributions. Whether you’re a graphic designer, web developer, or programmer, Ubuntu can serve as a reliable and robust foundation for your work environment. With just a few tweaks and…
If you’re using Manjaro and have encountered frustrating issues with virtual machines in QEMU Virtmanager not connecting to the internet, you’re not alone. This guide will help you troubleshoot the problem by switching from UFW to firewalld, ensuring seamless internet…