Posted inFedora
Seamlessly Replacing Fedora Packages with dnf swap and dnf shell
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.
Posted inFedora
DNF History: The ‘Time Machine’ for Risk-Free Fedora System Tweaking
Fedora system issues after an update? Don't worry, dnf history lets you rollback, undo, and manage your software installation history safely and quickly.
Posted inFedora
Managing Multiple Node.js, PHP, and MariaDB Versions: Fedora’s DNF Modularity “Secret Weapon”
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.
Posted inFedora
Building Personal Fedora Repos with Copr: No More Manual ‘make install’!
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.
Posted inFedora
Upgrading Fedora with DNF System Upgrade: Fast, Clean, and No Fear of ‘Bricking’ Your System
A guide to safely upgrading Fedora using DNF System Upgrade. Keep your data intact, resolve dependency conflicts, and optimize your system after the update.
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Mastering dnf-automatic: Automating Fedora Updates Safely and Professionally
Automating Fedora updates keeps your system secure from vulnerabilities. This guide covers dnf-automatic configuration, log management, and real-world server scenarios.
Posted inCentos
Saving a server at 2 AM: A detailed guide to DNF Package Manager on RHEL/Rocky Linux
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.
Posted inFedora
Fedora vs Ubuntu: Which Distro Is Right for You
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.
Posted inFedora
Speed Up DNF on Fedora: Installing and Configuring Plugins for Faster Package Downloads
A guide to installing and configuring DNF plugins on Fedora to speed up package downloads: enabling fastestmirror, parallel downloads, deltarpm, and optimizing /etc/dnf/dnf.conf. Ready to apply in under 5 minutes, suitable for both dev machines and servers.