How to rebuild corrupted RPM database
Today I repeatedly used yum to install, update, and erase packages. It then hung for a long time during an uninstall. Wondering why it was taking so long, I checked its process…
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Upgrade LG Optimus One (P500) to CyanogenMod 7 Gingerbread (Android 2.3.3)
Many Optimus One users have already moved to Gingerbread. For those who want to upgrade without waiting for LG's official ROM, this article explains the process.
How to configure Active Directory authentication with Apache web server
Authentication through Active Directory or LDAP is convenient and makes it easier to manage users within an organization. Apache supports AD authentication with a few configuration changes.
How to integrate ClamAV into Pure-FTPd for virus scanning
One problem in website administration is a webmaster's computer becoming infected with a virus or Trojan without their knowledge. Uploaded scripts or HTML files may then contain malicious code.
RPM repository of RPM add-on packages for Red Hat Enterprise Linux and CentOS
A collection of RPM repositories useful when you need packages unavailable on the installation media or in the base repository for Red Hat Enterprise Linux and CentOS. RPMforge installation commands: RHEL6 / CentOS-6, i386…
Red Hat changes its distribution policy
Red Hat has changed its RHEL kernel patch distribution policy: it applies patches first, then releases the kernel source as a single tarball.
Restrict some users to sending mail only to internal domain
Postfix is a highly flexible MTA. This article explains how to restrict selected users to sending mail only to specified domains or within the company.
Multitouch configuration for Apple Magic TrackPad and Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverick)
Apple Magic TrackPad is an interesting device that can be more flexible than an ordinary mouse, depending on the support provided by the OS and driver. On Windows, you can use Magic TrackPad…
Preventing thwart SSH attacks with DenyHosts
Soon after a server connects to the Internet, people begin trying to log in over SSH. If root login is allowed and the password is easy, the server may be compromised.