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Linux is the kernel that powers the cloud. This section contains content related to Linux, Linux distributions, web servers, and system administration.

btrfs Filesystem for Linux Top Docs

In this video, Jay from @Learn Linux TV will break down some of the features of the btrfs filesystem, including how it differs from others.
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Server Monitoring made EASY with Splunk Forwarding Easily Readable Server Log Dashboard

In this video, @TechHut covers how to set up Splunk. Splunk is a powerful log analyzer that can be used to obtain network insight.
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Bash History Your Linux Command History Explained

Bash, the default shell in the majority of Linux distributions, has countless features and tricks to make you more efficient.
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How to Get The Most From Your Server | System Monitoring Best Practices

Now that your Linode is up and running, it’s time to think about monitoring and maintaining your server for the best outcome.
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GRUB for Linode | How to Use and Manage Configuration Profiles in the Linode Cloud Manager

A configuration profile functions as a boot loader for a Linode. It controls general boot settings, including the disk the Linode will boot from and more.
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Headshot of Hillary Wilmoth.

Akamai Linode Cloud Now Supporting Kali Linux

Jul 6, 2022
by Hillary Wilmoth
Kali Linux, an industry-standard open source security research platform, is available as a distribution on Linode and via Linode Marketplace.
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How to Use Sar (System Activity Reporter) | Linux Essential Commands with Jay LaCroix

The System Activity Reporter (Sar) is a popular open-source utility program for analyzing Linux system performance.
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The Echo Command | Linux Essential Commands

As the name suggests, the Linux echo command echoes the text or string that you want it to display in your terminal.
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How to Use the rsync Command | Linux Essentials Tutorial

Rsync is a popular command line utility which synchronizes files and folders from one location to another.
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We Are Huge Fans Of The Linux Foundation featuring Billy Thompson.

We Are Huge Fans Of The Linux Foundation | Billy Thompson – Akamai

Guest: Billy Thompson
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Everything You Need to Know About sudo | Linux Essentials Tutorial

Sudo is a fundamental Linux command that allows a system administrator to delegate authority to give certain users, or groups of users, the ability to run commands as root or another user.
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The Linux Filesystem Explained | How Each Directory is Used

This video will give you an overview of the top-level directories found on most Linux systems and what each directory is used for.
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