Basics of administration

In this article I will show you how you can configure Apache for multiple sites could work on single IP address. This can be done very simple by adding virtual hosts to Apache.

Sometime there are situations when you need to enter BIOS, for example to change boot order of devices, for OS reinstall, or for loading some utilities from bootable media. And you cannot enter to the BIOS with simple key press on keyboard, for example that can happen if you have enabled fast boot in BIOS settings, or if you need to enter BIOS on tablet.

Today I will show you how to enter to UEFI BIOS from the Windows 10 operating system. Also that procedure should work on Windows 8 and Windows 8.1.

Sometime there are situations, when you need to make a full copy of data from one hard drive to another, including partitions table, boot sectors and so on. For example if you need to migrate your operating system to the other computer, or when you buy a new hard drive, or for example if old drive have begun to crash and you need to do something to save your data.

There are many ways to resolve this, I will tell you today how to make a full copy of your drive with the help of ]]>Acronis True Image]]>.

I faced a problem - if there is a virtualization system KVM on ubuntu installed, then when host is turning off or rebooting, if it has working vms on it, the process of turning off is too slow. I've find out that this happens because of two things - the first is - when host is turning off virtual machines are comming to suspend state, and that process takes a long time. And second - there are too big timeouts for turning off - 5 minutes to each VM, and host can turn off only one vm at same time.

In this article I will show you how you can change suspend to power off, and how to decrease timeouts for turn off.

Sometime there are situations when you need to access remote Linux filesystem from Windows based computer, but you cannot install samba or ftp. And make an access to filesystem root folder with samba or ftp as you know not a good idea because it is unsecure. For that case you can use a little utility called WinSCP.

In todays article I will show you how wallpaper can be set up with the help of windows group policies. This method can be helpfull simple users, who do not want their gests or neighbours could change your favorite wallpaper. Or for IT professionals, who working in company where corporate policy require the same wallpapers on all computers.

System requirements - Windows 7 or higher and not a home version of OS (for GPO work).

Managing multiple terminal windows in Linux, especially when you have numerous tasks running simultaneously, can quickly become confusing. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you have ten windows open and they all look identical? If you're like most Linux users, distinguishing between them can be a challenge.

In this guide, we will specifically discuss an easy method to rename your terminal windows. This will not only make your workflow more organized but also reduce the chance of making errors due to working in the wrong window. We'll be using the gnome-terminal as an example, particularly focusing on Ubuntu 16.04. But if you're a CentOS user, don't worry! We have something for you too.

Ever thought about watching videos directly through your SSH console? While it may sound unconventional, it's a fascinating trick every tech-savvy individual might find interesting. In this guide, we'll delve into how you can achieve this with the help of mplayer on Ubuntu.

Forgetting your Windows password is a common issue, and if you're in this boat, you're not alone. Thankfully, resetting the administrator password in Microsoft's OS is not as daunting as it seems. This method works seamlessly for modern Microsoft OS versions, especially those starting from Windows 7.

Ever faced the dilemma of losing your Linux bootloader? I've been there too. On a few occasions, my Linux bootloader was wiped, often due to Windows updates that overrode Grub. Additionally, many face this challenge when installing Windows alongside Linux. If you're grappling with a similar issue, this guide will walk you through a straightforward method to restore the Linux grub bootloader.