A lot of embedded systems are running Linux on platforms like Raspberry Pi. Since Linux is fully functional from a command line and fully network-capable, it is possible to run servers that you’ve ...

Okay, so I have been tasked to set up this Linux box. It's a Mini-ITX form factor, flash drive, and you had the option of installing Ubuntu or XP. We chose Ubuntu Workstation, which /etc/issue shows ...

I love discovering new UNIX commands, especially those with a system administration flavor. When I learned Red Hat distributed the chkconfig utility, it brought back fond memories of chkconfig under ...

Linux, the powerhouse behind countless servers and desktops worldwide, relies heavily on an initialization (init) system to bootstrap user space and manage system processes after booting.

Learn how run levels are configured and how you can change the run level interactively or modify what services are available. On Linux systems, run levels are operational levels that describe the ...

You don't need to reinstall your whole operating system just because you forgot your Linux login. It's actually pretty easy to reset your Linux password. All you need to know is the username (which is ...