Capturing Packets with Tcpdump
Tcpdump is a powerful network debugging tool which can be used for intercepting and displaying packets on a network interface. Moreover, only interested packets can be displayed by using its filtering feature.
Tagged: Linux
Umask and unusual file permissions and types
In this last entry in our series on Linux file permissions we look at the umask and some more advanced file permissions. We also throw in some discussion of other file types you may see in a directory listing.
Installing apache on Gentoo
Installing the apache web server on a Gentoo server is as simple as using “emerge”.
Understanding logrotate on CentOS – part 2
In this second part of the logrotate series we look at how to set up rotation for virtual host logs, as well as some troubleshooting techniques.
Understanding logrotate on CentOS – part 1
It’s no fun when log files grow out of control. In this two-part series, learn how to use logrotate to keep those logs in check.
Apache Virtual Hosts permissions
One thing that can cause concern and configuration headaches is virtual hosts permissions. Reminder A...
GSMdump Live-CD and HowTo
Introduction GSMdump is a studie project at the Hochschule der Medien in Stuttgart. The project...
How to make an open source Load balancer (Stunnel + HAProxy)
Instead of spending thousands of dollars on an expensive load balancer appliance we decide to go the open source route.
Make Drupal Successfully Running at Sub-directory
Practical tips to get Drupal 7 running from a sub-directory.
Tuning GNU/Linux Kernel
The GNU/Linux Kernel Linux is the world-leading open-source kernel. It is designed to peform well...
