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WordPress Upload Guide: Nginx & PHP-FPM Optimization

If you’re a WordPress user hosting your site on an Nginx server with PHP-FPM, you may encounter issues when uploading large files or migrating your site using popular plugins like UpdraftPlus or WPvivid. This guide will help you configure your server to handle large file uploads smoothly, ensuring a hassle-free experience when managing your WordPress…

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Installing Incus on Debian 12 with ZFS Storage

In our previous tutorial, we set up ZFS on Debian 12 and created a dedicated ZFS pool named incus-zfs. Now, we’ll continue by installing Incus, a powerful system container manager, and configuring it to use our ZFS storage backend. Prerequisites Adding the Incus Repository First, let’s add the official Incus repository to our system. Installing…

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How to Add Additional IPv6 Addresses on Hetzner Cloud Servers

Configuring additional IPv6 addresses on Hetzner Cloud servers allows for enhanced resource management and scalability. This guide will provide step-by-step instructions on how to assign multiple IPv6 addresses, ensure they persist across reboots, and clarify optional configurations for subnet accessibility.Note: These instructions are specifically tailored for Debian-based systems that use the traditional /etc/network/interfaces method. If you are using…

Optimal Disk Alignment for Partitioning with Parted

Introduction Disk partitioning is a fundamental aspect of storage management for system administrators. While the process might seem straightforward, achieving optimal partition alignment is a critical yet often overlooked step. This guide delves into the importance of proper alignment, the underlying principles, and provides a practical walkthrough using the parted command in Linux. The Importance…

Decentralizing Tech: The Open Source Movement’s Impact

In today’s digital landscape, open source software forms the backbone of much of our technological infrastructure. From the devices in our pockets to the servers powering the internet, open source solutions are ubiquitous, driving innovation and enabling countless individuals and organizations to build, learn, and create. Open source is more than just a development methodology;…

How to Fix ‘Backend error: GSQLBackend unable to list keys’ in PowerDNS

After upgrading to Ubuntu 22.04, you may encounter an error when attempting to start PowerDNS. The error message typically looks like this: This guide will walk you through the steps to resolve this issue. Pre-requisites Steps to Fix the Issue 1. Backup the Current Database Before making any changes, it’s crucial to back up the…