In today's open source roundup: Become a Linux system administrator and rake in the cash. Plus: A look back at the top ten distros of 2014, and how Linux can be more successful on the desktop The ...

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Linux Administration: A Beginner’s Guide by Wale Soyinka is a hands-on manual for IT staffers who must dance with Windows and Linux. It is a practical guide for network admins who deploy and maintain ...

The sudo command lets users elevate their privileges to run admin tasks. But it's far from perfect. These tips can help.

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If you’re considering adding Linux to your data center, or your company is looking at promoting you to become their first (or next) Linux admin, you probably understand there are lots of commands to ...

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Linux Mint 22.2 refreshes the included software, removes the fingerprints of its users and gives Libadwaita programs its own ...