Features
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.
Number Game
Getting started with the R data analysis language
The R programming language is a universal tool for data analysis and machine learning.
Mini Miner
Mining the Monero cryptocurrency the CLI way
The Monero cryptocurrency lets you get in the game without spending thousands on hardware. We'll show you how.
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.
Performance Driven
A customizable, fast Arch Linux-based OS
CachyOS promises lightning-fast speed and optimized performance for experienced users and newcomers alike.
Goodbye Bootloader?
GRUB-free booting
Linux is in constant flux, which naturally affects the boot process. Bootloaders such as GRUB are slowly being replaced with a faster, more secure boot process.
Locking the Gate
Mitigating SSH brute-force threats on Linux systems
SSH brute-force attacks are still a major threat to Linux servers in 2025. Learn how to block them with key-only logins, Fail2ban, iptables, knockd, and more.
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