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Understanding the Causes of Widespread Outages: The Cases of CrowdStrike and Microsoft
Discover the impact of widespread outages on businesses and governments and how adopting an open-source approach can help mitigate cybersecurity risks.
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The Broad Expertise of Linux Engineers
In the world of IT, the roles of Linux Systems Engineers and Windows Administrators often appear similar on the surface. Both are responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer…
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A Day in the Life of a Linux Systems Engineer
The alarm buzzes, breaking the silence of the early morning. Alex, a seasoned Linux systems engineer, reaches out to turn it off. A quick glance at the screen shows a list of notifications and emails that have piled up…
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The History of Open Source
Introduction Open source has revolutionized the way we approach software and hardware development. From its humble beginnings to its widespread adoption today, the open source movement has democratized technology…
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OPINION: A Betrayal of the Open Source Spirit
Red Hat’s Move Red Hat, once a paragon of open source and free software, has recently made decisions that many in the community view as a betrayal of the core principles that define open source. This shift not only…
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How Apple Leveraged Open Source Technology to Build macOS
When discussing Apple and its widely acclaimed macOS, it’s important to delve into its history and the foundational technologies that underpin it. While “stole” might be a strong term, Apple certainly made strategic and…
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What is OpenStack and How Does it Compare to VMware vSphere?
In the rapidly evolving world of cloud computing, two prominent names often come up: OpenStack and VMware vSphere. Both are powerful tools for managing virtualized environments, but they cater to different needs and…
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The Evolution of Semiconductor Giants
The semiconductor industry, integral to the evolution of modern technology, has been shaped by pioneering companies like Fairchild Semiconductor, Texas Instruments, Intel, AMD, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing…
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Creative Applications on Linux
Using Linux for Graphic Design, Video Editing, and Music Production Linux has long been renowned for its stability, security, and flexibility, making it a favorite among developers and system administrators. However, in…
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OPINION: Why I Prefer Debian
Why Debian is My Go-To Linux Distribution for Most Implementations As a seasoned Linux professional, I’ve had the privilege of working with various core Linux distributions, each with its unique strengths and use cases…
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Introduction to OpenTofu: A New Era of Cloud Infrastructure Management
In the rapidly evolving world of cloud computing, organizations are constantly on the lookout for efficient tools that can simplify the management of their infrastructure. Enter OpenTofu—a groundbreaking open-source…
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Beginner’s Guide to Selecting a Linux Desktop Distribution
Choosing the right Linux distribution (often referred to as “distro”) can be a daunting task for beginners due to the plethora of options available. This guide aims to simplify the process by highlighting some of the…