Linux (Debian) network configuration

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This post covers configuration changes required to set a static IP address on a server / desktop. First get information about all the interfaces in the system with the command ifconfig -a . Network configuration. Assign an address, netmask, gateway…

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How to find your WordPress version

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It’s essential to keep your WordPress site secure. How do you check which version of WordPress you are using? There are a couple of methods. 1) WordPress Admin Dashboard Log in to your WordPress admin area and go…

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Connecting to a Dell server via iDRAC 6

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Due to increased security in browsers and Java this isn’t trivial. Java only provide version 8. Java 7 is no longer available to the public (old installers can be found). I find it’s useful to keep a machine…

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How to determine RAID controller type in Linux

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Most servers are equipped with RAID. There are two main types of RAID: software or hardware. Software RAID If you’re not sure what configuration is used, check in the /proc/mdstat file. The /proc is area used by the kernel for keeping various…

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Kali Linux from USB installtion fails to find CD-ROM

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ISO: Kali Linux Light 2018.3 i386 (32 bit) When booting from USB the installer starts (live works) but then prompts for the CD with the error “can’t mount and detect CD-ROM drives” If using Rufus to burn the…

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