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Running Docker in Incus Containers

This guide demonstrates how to properly set up and run Docker inside an Incus container on Debian 12. It builds upon our previous article “Installing Incus on Debian 12 with ZFS Storage” and focuses on the secure deployment of Docker in a containerized environment. Prerequisites Security Considerations Running containers within containers (nesting) requires specific security…

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Installing Debian 12 on PC Engines ALIX

This guide provides detailed instructions for installing Debian 12 (Bookworm) on PC Engines ALIX system boards with comprehensive write protection mechanisms. While tested on the ALIX.2d13, these instructions should work for other ALIX models as well. Hardware Requirements Prerequisites Before starting the installation, ensure you have: 1. BIOS Configuration 2. Environment Setup First, set up…

Using mutt to Send HTML Emails with Attachments

Basic Command Usage The basic mutt command for sending HTML emails with attachments follows this pattern: Let’s break down each component: Script Implementation Here’s a general implementation that can be used for any backup or sync operation: Usage Example Here’s how you might use this in practice: Tips This template can be adapted for any…

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Protect Your Incus Server with NFtables

This guide will walk you through the process of implementing a secure firewall configuration for your Incus server using nftables. We’ll use a modular approach by splitting rules into logical units, making the configuration easier to maintain and modify. Prerequisites 1. Understanding the Modular Configuration Approach Before we begin, let’s understand the structure we’ll be…

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Optimizing MariaDB Performance for WordPress

Introduction This guide will help you optimize MariaDB performance for WordPress installations running on LEMP stacks (Linux, Nginx, MariaDB, PHP). Using custom configuration files, these optimizations are tailored for typical VPS setups with different CPU and RAM specifications. Understanding MariaDB Configuration MariaDB’s configuration on Debian-based systems follows a specific hierarchy: /etc/mysql/├── mariadb.conf.d/│ ├── 50-server.cnf│ ├──…

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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…