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Hands-on XFS Administration on CentOS Stream 9: Mastering the xfs_progs Toolkit

By IT From Zero September 11, 2026

Master the XFS file system on CentOS Stream 9 using the xfs_progs toolkit. Detailed guide on online disk expansion, troubleshooting, and performance optimization for large-scale systems.

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Linux Filesystem Comparison: ext4, XFS, Btrfs, and F2FS — Choosing the Right One for Each Server Scenario

By IT From Zero July 10, 2026

A detailed comparison of four popular Linux filesystems — ext4, XFS, Btrfs, and F2FS — covering performance, key features, and real-world use cases. A practical guide to choosing the right filesystem for each server type: database, storage, general purpose, and flash storage devices.

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Is Linux Fragmented? How to Check and Optimize EXT4 and XFS Drives to Boost I/O Speed

By IT From Zero March 31, 2026

The idea that Linux doesn't fragment is a myth. Learn how to use e4defrag and xfs_fsr to check and optimize drives, effectively boosting server I/O performance.

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Linux Disk Mount and Management Guide: From lsblk to fstab

By IT From Zero March 7, 2026

A detailed guide to mounting and managing disks on Linux: identifying block devices with lsblk, creating partitions with parted/fdisk, formatting filesystems with ext4/xfs, and configuring fstab with UUIDs for persistent mounts. Real-world experience from a CentOS 7 production server.