Linux Permissions: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet
Updated: Feb 07, 2025
Linux is renowned for its security and flexibility, and at the heart of its robust security model lie file permissions. Whether you’re a system administrator, developer, or just a curious Linux user, mastering permissions is essential for......
How to reset Ubuntu to factory settings (4 approaches)
Updated: Feb 07, 2025
Whether you’re planning to clear your personal data before selling your computer or you need to troubleshoot persistent performance issues, resetting Ubuntu to its factory settings can give you a fresh start. This guide covers four......
Making GET requests with cURL: A practical guide (with examples)
Updated: Feb 07, 2025
Interacting with web services and APIs is a vital skill for developers, system administrators, and anyone who needs to retrieve data from the internet. One of the most versatile and powerful tools for this purpose is cURL. In this guide,......
4 Ways to Recover Accidentally Deleted Files in Ubuntu
Updated: Feb 07, 2025
Accidentally deleting important files can be a stressful experience, especially on a robust system like Ubuntu. Fortunately, when files are deleted, they are not immediately removed from the hard drive; instead, the space they occupied is......
How to safely rename a GitHub repository
Updated: Feb 03, 2025
Renaming a GitHub repository might seem like a simple task, but doing it safely and ensuring minimal disruption requires careful planning and execution. Whether you’re rebranding a project, reflecting a change in its purpose, or simply......
How to rename a system service on Ubuntu
Updated: Feb 03, 2025
Renaming a system service on Ubuntu involves creating a new service unit file with the desired name, reloading systemd’s configuration, and managing the service accordingly. Since systemd does not provide a built-in “rename” command, you......
How to Create a Custom System Service on Ubuntu
Updated: Feb 03, 2025
Creating a custom system service on Ubuntu is an essential skill for system administrators and developers who want to run scripts, applications, or background processes automatically. Modern Ubuntu versions use systemd—a system and service......
How to check if a port is currently in use on Ubuntu
Updated: Feb 03, 2025
Understanding how to check if a port is currently in use on Ubuntu is an essential skill for system administrators, developers, and anyone involved in networking. Ports serve as communication endpoints for various services and applications......