Just Installed Linux? Why Your “Fresh” Server Isn’t Quite Ready for Prime Time

Congratulations! You’ve just completed a fresh install of your favorite Linux distribution on a server. You’ve got a clean slate, the operating system is installed, and you might feel a sense of accomplishment. You might even think, “Great, it’s ready to go!”

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Mastering APK: Your Essential Guide to Package Management in Alpine Linux

Alpine Linux has carved out a significant niche in the world of containerization and lightweight deployments, thanks to its minuscule footprint and security-first design. At the heart of its efficiency lies apk, its deceptively simple yet powerful package manager. If you’re running an Alpine-based server, understanding apk is fundamental to smooth operations, from routine maintenance to expanding your server’s capabilities.

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Easiest way to install docker

This guide (or tip if you may) will show you how to install Docker in the easiest possible way. It is not pointing against enterprise or production systems by Docker documentation, but is mainly for using in a homelab environment. Remember to always investigate downloaded scripts before executing them on your local system.

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Take Control of Your DNS: Installing Unbound on Debian/Ubuntu via Command Line

In today’s interconnected world, DNS (Domain Name System) is the unsung hero that translates human-readable domain names into the IP addresses computers understand. While your system likely uses your ISP’s default DNS servers, you might be looking for more control, privacy, and potentially even a speed boost. That’s where Unbound comes in.

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Take Control: Setting a Static IP and Custom DNS on Debian 12

Tired of your Debian 12 system grabbing a new IP address every time you reboot? Want the reliability of a fixed IP for your server or development machine? Or perhaps you need to use specific DNS servers for privacy or network configuration reasons?

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