There are several Linux distributions available for a variety of needs thanks to the open source feature and the dedicated communities. In our overview, we’ll highlight the best providers, explain their advantages and disadvantages, and outline which operating systems are best suited for servers, desktops, or other uses.
Moving to a new server can become a real challenge even when you’re not changing provider. You need to take care and plan your strategy well. This is the only way to ensure the integrity of the data transferred to a new server and to keep downtime to a minimum. But what exactly is server data migration? And what problems can be expected during implementation?
The Apache http server is the standard web server for providing HTTP documents on the internet. But did you know it’s also possible to install an apache web server locally on your Windows PC? This is a great method of testing out web pages and checking scripts. To get started, all you need is the free software package and a few minutes.
Whether it’s gaming, e-learning, or lifestyle – streaming content online enjoys huge popularity and content can be broadcast on platforms like Twitch. But there is another way. With your own RTMP server, you retain full control over your streams. The necessary software for this is available free of charge online and installation is as easy as 1-2-3.
The open source container platform Docker is quite exciting to the open source community. As an alternative to hardware virtualization based on virtual machines, Docker has made the use of software containers acceptable outside of the Linux universe. In our tutorial for beginners, we break down the Docker trend from the ground up. With these clear, step-by-step instructions, learn how to install...
Many third-party providers offer tools for taking screenshots in Microsoft’s latest operating system. However, there is already a variety of standard options for taking screenshots in Windows 10. You can simply use the established keyboard shortcuts for taking screenshots or the Snipping Tool which has been included in Windows for quite some time.
There are plenty of good reasons why you may want to take a screenshot in Windows 11. Perhaps you want to document an error message to share with IT or maybe you need to capture a moment in a program that doesn’t offer a corresponding function. Our guide shows you how to take a screenshot in Windows 11 using key combinations or the Snipping Tool.
Plex is among the most popular and user-friendly solutions for creating a media server in your home network. In contrast to many other applications, which are often Windows-only, the Plex server is compatible with Linux, Mac, and even single-board computers like the Raspberry Pi. In this Raspberry Pi and Plex tutorial, you will learn what technical requirements must be fulfilled and how...
The PuTTY SSH client for Microsoft Windows does not share the same key format as the OpenSSH client. Therefore, it is necessary to create a new SSH public and private key using the PuTTYgen tool or convert an existing OpenSSH private key.
QWERTZ, QWERTY or AZERTY? Keyboard layouts, i.e. the arrangement of the letters on a keyboard, tend to vary from one country to another (or from one language to the next). Special characters also differ depending on the keyboard and/or layout chosen. We’ll show you how to change your keyboard language in Windows 11 so you’re always using the layout of your choice.
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