Harry Hill
Content Writer (I’m Harry, the CTO of OperaVPS and a Senior Linux System Administrator with a strong background in systems engineering, DevOps, and cloud infrastructure. Since 2020, I’ve been sharing advanced insights on topics like virtualization technologies, Linux performance tuning, and secure server deployment. My focus is on delivering in-depth content for developers and professionals who want scalable, reliable, and efficient solutions.
What Is PPA and How to Use It to Install Software in Ubuntu?
One of the concerns of users using different operating systems is how to install software packages. Installing software packages in different distributions of the Linux operating system differs from Windows. In most Linux distributions, the software provided is stored in servers known as Repository, which can be easily accessed. Repositories have simplified the installation and […]
How to Use nslookup Command in Linux and Windows?
As a server administrator or IT professional, you must check DNS records and perform its queries. The Name Server Lookup (nslookup) is a command-line tool that helps you to get domain name information and IP addresses. In this article, you will review all about nslookup command to learn what is it, how to use, and […]
Install & Use Terminator on Linux
When it comes to the Linux operating system, the Linux terminal shines as a prominent Linux feature that improves and speeds up many important tasks for Linux users and developers. Terminator is a Linux terminal emulator for more effective and efficient use of the terminal.
How to Install Dropbox on Ubuntu [using Terminal & GUI]
Dropbox is one of the most popular and oldest files hosting services that is used as a cloud storage service. Using Dropbox, users can store files, documents, photos, etc. online and synchronize the saved files with their devices. In addition, Dropbox makes it possible to access and save files when they do not even have […]
Change DNS Server Settings in Linux
Domain name server (DNS) translates the internet address to the numeric machine address. A DNS server converts each domain name you enter into your browser into an IP address. The website you want to visit can then be found and connected to using that address by your browser. Since your internet speed is affected by […]
4 Commands to Clear Terminal Screen in Linux
Has it ever happened to you that you get so engrossed in working with your Linux terminal environment that you are suddenly shocked to encounter a busy screen full of various commands and get confused by viewing the crowded terminal environment?
How to Use APT Package Manager in Ubuntu
As a free and open-source Linux distribution based on Debian, Ubuntu comes with a comprehensive package management system. To install, upgrade, configure, and remove software, management tools are required to manage the packages. The Advanced Packaging Tool (APT) is one of them. In this article, you will learn How to Use APT Package Manager in […]
How to Use Port Knocking in Linux to Secure SSH Server
Knock-Knock! Do you need to protect your Linux system from automated port scanners to secure the SSH server? Join us with this guide to learn How to Use Port Knocking in Linux to Secure SSH Server. By creating a connection attempt on a set of predetermined closed ports, port knocking is a technique used in […]