Linux Firewalls
In a recent conversation it came up that on RedHat I recommend switching switching away from firewalld. Explaining why gets into the larger topic of how firewalling works on modern Linux and the pros and cons of the four common tools for managing it.
Which Primer is Best
For fresh drywall you can use PVA or Latex Primer, which is better?
Wire Nuts are Absolete
The twist on Wire Nut has been around for a century, we finally have a better solution.
A Working Serial Console in KVM Guests
You can't login to your kvm guest via ssh, and you want to connect with virsh console. Then nothing happens.
Keeping Web Server SSL Settings Secure
As Ciphers and Curves are compromised and the SSL/TLS protocols themselves evolve, regular reviews of your configurations are essential for keeping your web assets secure.
DigiKam Projects
DigiKam is a great tool for managing personal photo libraries, but it lacks any concept of projects. A little bit of hacking makes the user's DigiKam profile switchable.
Choosing the New Platform for this Blog
Like many I don’t like the new WordPress post editor, and it hasn’t grown on me. I finally did some serious tire kicking of alternatives, looking at Payload, Grav and Jekyll.
KeePass and KeePassXC TOTP (and why I picked Aegis as my TOTP App)
KeePass and it’s cross platform sibling KeePassXC support integrated TOTP generation, but migrating away from a commercial platform like DUO requires resetting your TOTP on each site.
KeePass KeePassXC Evaluation
My current Password Manager is on life support, and I look at a leading FOSS alternative.
Clean Install 2024
Every so often, whether it is just the amount of cruft left on our system, or the desire to switch distributions, a clean Linux install becomes necessary.