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Analyze Linux network connectivity issues with the ping utility

Linux administrators can narrow down network connectivity problems by deploying the ping utility. Continue Reading
The Linux ip command makes network config easy

The Linux ip command makes monitoring a Linux network configuration easy, but you need to know what to look for. Continue Reading
SUSE Manager handles more than just SLES

SUSE Manager maintains control over server patching on SUSE and Red Hat OSes, but what happens with Red Hat's shift away from Spacewalk? Continue Reading
Essential Linux server software for enterprises

Businesses can deploy a mix of Linux server software offerings to take advantage of the cost and flexibility benefits of open source. Continue Reading
Linux mount command reveals storage device access path

New Linux server administrators will find mounting storage devices very different than they have seen on Windows servers. Continue Reading

SUSE makes Btrfs stable, flexible SLES file system of choice

Btrfs proves a viable and more flexible file system for production Linux servers, with proper configuration and setup. Continue Reading
Expect big changes from Red Hat Satellite 6

Red Hat overhauled its Satellite server management tool in version 6, which means a lot more functionality and features but a complex adjustment period for server admins. Continue Reading
Build Linux from scratch to improve admin skills

There's a sure-fire way to increase your knowledge about the Linux kernel and how to troubleshoot Linux servers: Build one yourself. Continue Reading
Give the Linux quagga router a try for SDN

The open source quagga router is garnering attention as a flexible choice for SDN. It's easy to set up with the right hardware. Continue Reading
How to tell if OpenStack infrastructure is right for you

Your data center may -- or may not -- need a flexible open-source cloud. Is your facility ready to handle the infrastructure overhaul of storage and hardware? Continue Reading
Master Red Hat, Debian approaches to Linux package management

Whether you use Red Hat or Debian package manager, get informed on the repositories and commands for easier Linux management. Continue Reading

Master Linux service management on System V and systemd

Managing services on Linux is an essential task for administrators. Learn to work with either System V or systemd. Continue Reading
Linux network configuration turns positively wicked

Wicked replaces a lot of old Linux network configuration commands and utilities in SLES 12, making the OS more cloud friendly. Continue Reading
SLES 12 anchored in enterprise Linux server availability

SUSE's latest version of its enterprise Linux server OS defaults to Btrfs, with several features targeting always-on service. Continue Reading
Create a SAN with the Linux LIO iSCSI target

With the LIO iSCSI target service, Linux shops have an affordable SAN option that ranks up there with expensive proprietary storage solutions. Continue Reading