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DNS Configuration on Linux: Permanently Fix Settings Being Lost After Reboot

By admin April 15, 2026

Tired of losing DNS settings in /etc/resolv.conf after every reboot? This guide shows you how to properly configure DNS on Linux using Netplan, nmcli, and systemd-resolved for long-term stability.

VMware

Upgrading VMware ESXi 7.0 to 8.0 via ESXCLI: Fast, Precise, and Minimal Risk

By admin April 12, 2026

Quickly and safely upgrade VMware ESXi 7.0 to 8.0 using the ESXCLI command line. This article covers detailed steps, configuration backups, and common driver troubleshooting.

Network

Linux Security: Implementing DoH and DoT to ‘Stay Hidden’ from ISPs

By admin April 12, 2026

Don't let ISPs know what you're accessing. A detailed guide on encrypting DNS with DoT and DoH on Linux for total privacy protection.

Virtualization

Proxmox HA: The Ultimate System Rescue at 2 AM Without Leaving Your Bed

By admin April 10, 2026

A hands-on guide to configuring Proxmox VE Cluster and High Availability (HA). This solution enables automatic VM recovery during physical server failures, ensuring maximum uptime for businesses.

VMware

Mastering VMware Backup and Restore: Better Safe Than Sorry

By admin April 10, 2026

Learn how to build a robust 3-2-1 VMware backup strategy. This guide clarifies the difference between Snapshots and Backups, and covers using Veeam and GhettoVCB for total data protection.

Linux

Escape ‘Dependency Hell’ on Linux with Nix: The Package Manager That Saved Me at 2 AM

By admin April 10, 2026

Nix Package Manager is a lifesaver for isolating software, supporting instant rollbacks, and completely eliminating library conflict errors on Linux. This guide provides practical installation and usage tips for DevOps and Sysadmins.

Virtualization

Optimizing KVM/Proxmox Resources: Stop VMs from Draining Your Hardware

By admin April 9, 2026

Managing KVM/Proxmox resources effectively is easy when you know how. Guide on optimizing CPU Type, configuring VirtIO SCSI, and RAM Ballooning tips to prevent bottlenecks.

Docker

Docker Macvlan: Assign Static IPs Directly from Your Router to Containers (Goodbye NAT)

By admin April 5, 2026

Forget the worries of Port Mapping and NAT. This guide helps you assign static IPs directly from your router to Docker containers using Macvlan Networking, allowing them to act as true physical devices.

Ubuntu

Ubuntu Remote Desktop: Ultra-Smooth Windows Connection Without Extra Apps

By admin April 4, 2026

Quickly enable Remote Desktop (RDP) on Ubuntu 22.04/24.04. A detailed guide on smooth Windows connections, bandwidth optimization, and tips for headless setups.

Linux

Mastering lshw, dmidecode, and hwinfo: A Deep Dive into Linux Hardware

By admin April 4, 2026

A guide to using lshw, dmidecode, and hwinfo to check detailed CPU, RAM, storage, and Serial Numbers on Linux. Essential tips for SysAdmins to master server hardware.