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What Is GNU and How Does It Relate to Open-Source Software and Linux?

7/24/2025

What Is GNU and How Does It Relate to Open-Source Software and Linux?

Understanding GNU helps explain not just how Linux came to be, but why the entire open-source movement exists as we know it today. Learn about the project that provided the tools, philosophy, and legal framework that made modern open-source possible.

What Is Linux Swap? (And How to Set It Up)

7/7/2025

What Is Linux Swap? (And How to Set It Up)

Linux swap acts as a safety net when your server runs low on RAM, but do modern systems really need it? In this article, we explore when swap is essential, when to skip it, and how to configure it properly for optimal server performance.

What Are Hidden Files in Linux and Why Should You Care?

7/6/2025

What Are Hidden Files in Linux and Why Should You Care?

In this guide, we'll teach you what hidden files are in Linux and how to work with them.

The 4 Best Linux Terminal Text Editors in 2025

7/5/2025

The 4 Best Linux Terminal Text Editors in 2025

Learn more about the differences between Vim, Nano, Emacs, and Neovim to find your perfect match for any server task.

The 5 Best Linux Distributions for Servers in 2025

7/1/2025

The 5 Best Linux Distributions for Servers in 2025

In this article, we break down the five best server distributions in 2025, comparing Ubuntu Server, RHEL, Rocky Linux, Debian, and SLES to help you make the right choice.

The 18 Best Linux Benchmarking Scripts

3/5/2025

The 18 Best Linux Benchmarking Scripts

Discover the 18 best Linux benchmarking scripts to evaluate your server's real-world performance (CPU, memory, storage, network, and more).

How to Archive, Compress, and Extract Files on Linux with Gzip, Zip, and Tar

2/2/2025

How to Archive, Compress, and Extract Files on Linux with Gzip, Zip, and Tar

Learn how to archive, compress and extract files in Linux using gzip, zip, and tar. Save space, speed up file transfers, and keep your data organized.