Why server health monitoring is non-negotiable for enterprise success

What if your servers crashed during your biggest sales event of the year? For enterprise IT leaders, that’s not a dramatic opening it’s a recurring risk. A few minutes of downtime can stall transactions, damage customer trust, erode brand reputation, and drain revenue at an alarming rate. With modern applications running across hybrid clouds, distributed […]

Finding Linux Compatible Printers

If you are looking for Linux compatible printers, in this article, you will find printers that seamlessly integrate with Linux operating systems. We’ll explore a selection of high-quality printers from various brands, along with valuable resources, to ensure a smooth printing experience on Linux. I’ll keep working on repairing broken links leading to printer manufacturers’ […]

Best Linux Compatible Laptops 2026

For enthusiasts, developers, and professionals who prefer the Linux operating system, choosing a Linux-compatible laptop is a pivotal decision. Here are five Linux-compatible laptops that I evaluated for 2026. Each is evaluated across five key areas: Linux compatibility, performance, battery life, build quality and design, and price and value (on a scale of 1 to […]

9 Most Stable Linux “Rolling Release” Distributions

Choosing a rolling release Linux distribution means you get the latest software without having to reinstall the OS. But not all Linux rolling releases are created equal in terms of stability. Hopefully, this guide will help you select the best balance between the most up-to-date and most stable rolling release Linux distribution. Note: These rankings […]

Immutable Linux Distros: Are They Right for You? Take the Test.

Like the amber in “Jurassic Park,” immutable Linux distros safeguard the core system. Here’s a story about how I, like many of you, have been using Linux for a very long time. I’ve used most of the popular distros and have even seen some distros come and go over the years. I’ve run Arch, Ubuntu, […]

Linux Desktop: Do we need better Workspace Management?

In my earlier article, “Linux: We Need Tiling Desktop Environments,” I advocated for more desktop environments with built-in tiling features. That article sparked valuable discussion in the comments section, and recently the topic came up again in the forum thread: Fedora-KDE-43 review. That conversation opened my eyes to a key insight: the real attraction of […]

Self-hosted Projects That Earn (Make money from your Home lab)

If you run a home lab long enough, this realization eventually hits you: a lot of your hardware spends more time idle than working. Servers sized for future growth, machines you planned to use for one thing but never quite did, systems that stay powered on 24/7 but barely break a sweat. Thanks to how […]

ThinkPad Laptops with Linux Guide (2026)

ThinkPad laptops have become synonymous with reliability and innovation in the tech world. As a Linux enthusiast, you understand the importance of selecting the right laptop for your projects, work, and other professional tasks. In this article, we’ll look at a recent change (this article first published 2 years ago and updated yearly) Lenovo has […]

50 Top Observability and Monitoring Solutions – 2026

“A more targeted list that includes 50 server and observability solutions for 2026” Back in 2014, I compiled a list of top server and application performance monitoring solutions. Sharing that list publicly was a great way to gain feedback and recommendations on other tools available. Over time that list grew from 20 to over 100 server monitoring […]

Learn Linux: 4 Devices to boost your Linux skills (2026)

Ready to go on a journey that will take your Linux skills to the next level and beyond what theoretical learning can? The devices in this article will give you hands-on experience and change how you think and use Linux skills in real-life scenarios. What is the Linux Operating System? Linux is a free and […]

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