Category Linux

Running Containers with Docker and Podman on Linux

Introduction to Containers and Containerization Containers have emerged as a leading solution in software development and deployment, allowing developers to package applications along with their dependencies in a standardized unit. A container wraps an application, its libraries, and any other…

Using Linux on a Raspberry Pi

Introduction to Raspberry Pi and Linux Raspberry Pi is a small, affordable single-board computer that has gained immense popularity among tech enthusiasts, educators, and hobbyists alike. Originally developed to promote programming skills and digital creativity, it is now utilized in…

Systemd Explained

What is Systemd? Systemd is a system and service manager for Linux operating systems, designed to streamline the process of booting the system and managing services. Initially introduced in 2010 by Lennart Poettering and Kay Sievers, it was created to…

Linux Distributions

Introduction to Linux Distributions Linux distributions, commonly referred to as “distros,” represent a customized version of the Linux operating system, which is characterized by its open-source nature. A distribution comprises the Linux kernel, various libraries, and packages, along with a…

Customizing Your Linux Desktop

Introduction to Linux Desktop Environments Linux desktop environments serve as the graphical user interface (GUI) layer that enables users to interact seamlessly with the Linux operating system. Unlike traditional operating systems, Linux offers a variety of desktop environments, each providing…

Creating and Managing LVM Volumes

Introduction to LVM Logical Volume Manager (LVM) is a powerful tool in Linux systems that allows users to manage disk drives and storage efficiently. By abstracting the physical storage devices, LVM provides flexibility in managing disk space and improving data…

How Linux Handles Processes and Signals

Introduction to Linux Processes Linux, a robust operating system, efficiently manages processes — the instances of running programs. Each process in Linux is assigned a unique Process ID (PID) and is tracked by the kernel. The roles of these processes…