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Setting Up a Local Yum/DNF Repository: A Lifesaver for Slow Networks or Offline Environments

By IT From Zero May 27, 2026

A detailed guide on self-hosting a Local Yum/DNF Repository. An optimal solution to speed up software installation and manage Linux servers in local networks or offline environments.

Fedora

Configuring Snapper on Fedora: The Ultimate “Undo Button” Before DNF Updates

By IT From Zero May 27, 2026

Forget the fear of system failure after DNF updates. A detailed guide on configuring Snapper on Fedora to automatically create Btrfs snapshots and quickly rollback.

Fedora

Seamlessly Replacing Fedora Packages with dnf swap and dnf shell

By IT From Zero May 19, 2026

Learn how to use dnf swap and dnf shell to replace packages, switch from MariaDB to MySQL, or install full FFmpeg on Fedora without dependency conflicts.

Fedora

DNF History: The ‘Time Machine’ for Risk-Free Fedora System Tweaking

By IT From Zero May 14, 2026

Fedora system issues after an update? Don't worry, dnf history lets you rollback, undo, and manage your software installation history safely and quickly.

Fedora

Managing Multiple Node.js, PHP, and MariaDB Versions: Fedora’s DNF Modularity “Secret Weapon”

By IT From Zero April 10, 2026

Forget nvm or unofficial repos. With DNF Modularity on Fedora, switching between Node.js 18, 20 or PHP 7.4, 8.2 is simpler and safer than ever.

Fedora

Building Personal Fedora Repos with Copr: No More Manual ‘make install’!

By IT From Zero April 10, 2026

Learn how to use Copr to build and manage your personal Fedora Repository. A detailed guide from RPM packaging to automatic updates via DNF for developers.

Fedora

Upgrading Fedora with DNF System Upgrade: Fast, Clean, and No Fear of ‘Bricking’ Your System

By IT From Zero April 7, 2026

A guide to safely upgrading Fedora using DNF System Upgrade. Keep your data intact, resolve dependency conflicts, and optimize your system after the update.

Fedora

Mastering dnf-automatic: Automating Fedora Updates Safely and Professionally

By IT From Zero April 5, 2026

Automating Fedora updates keeps your system secure from vulnerabilities. This guide covers dnf-automatic configuration, log management, and real-world server scenarios.

Centos

Saving a server at 2 AM: A detailed guide to DNF Package Manager on RHEL/Rocky Linux

By IT From Zero March 19, 2026

At 2 AM, the server reported an error, and DNF was my savior. This article shares practical experience using DNF on RHEL/Rocky Linux, from basic commands to advanced tips, helping you confidently troubleshoot issues.

Fedora

Fedora vs Ubuntu: Which Distro Is Right for You

By IT From Zero March 6, 2026

A practical DevOps comparison of Fedora and Ubuntu: differences in release lifecycle, package managers, security model, and hardware support. A clear breakdown of each distro's pros and cons to help you choose the right one for your use case.