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Block Tech
Preserving privacy by encrypting block devices
The recent revelations about NSA spying have sparked renewed interest in data encryption. Encrypting at the file level is quick and easy, but if you're looking for an extra dose of protection, try encrypting the whole block device.
Sync or Swim
Synchronize your data across multiple devices with Syncthing
If you need a cloudless solution for syncing data across multiple devices, Syncthing could be just the thing.
Looking for Cracks
Enumerating resources with feroxbuster and ffuf
A cyberattack unfolds in stages. The enumeration phase is when the attacker looks for holes in the target system. Tools like feroxbuster and ffuf bring the power of automation to the search.
Easy Wires
Manage your VPNs with WireGuard Easy
WireGuard is a less complex VPN solution compared to OpenVPN and IPsec. WireGuard Easy simplifies the process even further by allowing you to operate a VPN and manage clients through a user-friendly web interface.
Private Viewing
Bring privacy to social media with LibRedirect
The LibRedirect browser extension redirects YouTube, Instagram, Reddit, TikTok, and other services to alternative, privacy-friendly front ends.
Bash Your Website
Bash tricks for web maintenance
Use tools such as grep and sed to find and fix broken links.
Real Time
Linux 6.12 LTS at a glance
For 20 years, the kernel developers maintained real-time support outside the mainline kernel. Now, in Linux 6.12, real-time support has become an official part of the operating system kernel.
Sturdy Locker
Safe file sharing with OnionShare
Leverage the Tor network to keep file access anonymous.
Rusty Nail
Getting started with Rust in the Linux kernel
A major step for the Linux kernel's long-term security and reliability is the introduction of Rust as a potential development language. We'll show you how to set up your Linux system to support Rust programming.
One for All
Install a containerized Linux with Distrobox
Distrobox uses Docker, Podman, or Lilipod to bundle several distributions in a single container.
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