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Upgrade Debian 12 to Debian 13: Step-by-Step Guide
Upgrade Debian 12 to Debian 13: Step-by-Step Guide
With the release of Debian 13 Trixie in August 2025, system administrators and VPS users get access to a modern Linux kernel, APT 3.0, stronger security defaults, and broader hardware support, including RISC-V. While Debian 12 (Bookworm) is still supported, upgrading ensures long-term stability, better performance, and improved security.
For a complete overview of new features, pros, and cons, read our Debian …
With the release of Debian 13 Trixie in August 2025, system administrators and VPS users get access to a modern Linux kernel, APT 3.0, stronger security defaults, and broader hardware support, including RISC-V. While Debian 12 (Bookworm) is still supported, upgrading ensures long-term stability, better performance, and improved security.
For a complete overview of new features, pros, and cons, read our Debian …
Debian 13 Trixie: What’s New and How It Differs from Debian 12
Debian 13 Trixie: What’s New and How It Differs from Debian 12
Every few years the Linux ecosystem gets a refresh from one of its most trusted players. In August 2025, the Debian project released Debian 13, codename Trixie. For system administrators, VPS users, and long-time Linux fans, a new Debian release isn’t just an upgrade — it sets the foundation for years of reliable server infrastructure.
If you’re planning …
Every few years the Linux ecosystem gets a refresh from one of its most trusted players. In August 2025, the Debian project released Debian 13, codename Trixie. For system administrators, VPS users, and long-time Linux fans, a new Debian release isn’t just an upgrade — it sets the foundation for years of reliable server infrastructure.
If you’re planning …
How to Install Node.js on VPS (Ubuntu 24.04 & Debian 12 Guide)
How to Install Node.js on VPS (Ubuntu 24.04 and Debian 12)
If you plan to build web applications, APIs, or real-time projects on your server, you’ll need Node.js installed properly. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to install Node.js on VPS step by step. We’ll cover the process for both Ubuntu 24.04 and Debian 12, using different methods: default repositories, NodeSource, and NVM. Whether you’re deploying on a production Linux …
If you plan to build web applications, APIs, or real-time projects on your server, you’ll need Node.js installed properly. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to install Node.js on VPS step by step. We’ll cover the process for both Ubuntu 24.04 and Debian 12, using different methods: default repositories, NodeSource, and NVM. Whether you’re deploying on a production Linux …
How to Install WireGuard VPN on VPS (Ubuntu 22.04 & 24.04)
Installing and Configuring WireGuard VPN on Ubuntu 22.04 & 24.04
WireGuard has quickly become the default choice for modern VPNs. It’s lightweight, fast, and far simpler than older protocols like OpenVPN or IPSec. If you’re looking to run your own secure VPN, setting it up on a VPS is one of the best solutions.
In this tutorial, we’ll walk through installing WireGuard on Ubuntu 22.04 and 24.04. The steps apply …
WireGuard has quickly become the default choice for modern VPNs. It’s lightweight, fast, and far simpler than older protocols like OpenVPN or IPSec. If you’re looking to run your own secure VPN, setting it up on a VPS is one of the best solutions.
In this tutorial, we’ll walk through installing WireGuard on Ubuntu 22.04 and 24.04. The steps apply …
How to Install Docker on Ubuntu 24.04 (Step-by-Step Guide)
How to Install Docker on Ubuntu 24.04
Docker is the system administrators’ and developers’ go-to tool for needing speed and consistency in app deployment. Instead of having to deal with endless dependencies or wrestle with different environments, Docker allows you to just neatly package everything into containers.
Ubuntu 24.04 is the latest long-term support (LTS) release, and as always, a couple of things have changed since older guides were created …
Docker is the system administrators’ and developers’ go-to tool for needing speed and consistency in app deployment. Instead of having to deal with endless dependencies or wrestle with different environments, Docker allows you to just neatly package everything into containers.
Ubuntu 24.04 is the latest long-term support (LTS) release, and as always, a couple of things have changed since older guides were created …
What Is Reverse DNS and How Does It Work?
What Is Reverse DNS and How Does It Work?
When you type a website’s name into your browser, the Domain Name System (DNS) translates that domain name into an IP address. This process is known as forward DNS. But what if you have an IP and want to know the domain name associated with it? That’s where Reverse DNS (rDNS) comes in. It’s an essential but often overlooked component of …
When you type a website’s name into your browser, the Domain Name System (DNS) translates that domain name into an IP address. This process is known as forward DNS. But what if you have an IP and want to know the domain name associated with it? That’s where Reverse DNS (rDNS) comes in. It’s an essential but often overlooked component of …
Best Linux Distros for VPS and Dedicated Server Hosting in 2025
BEST LINUX DISTROS FOR VPS AND DEDICATED SERVER HOSTING
Choosing the best Linux distribution for VPS or dedicated server hosting in 2025 is more crucial than ever. With a wide variety of operating systems available, selecting the right linux distro can dramatically affect performance, stability, and overall hosting experience. Whether you’re a developer, a beginner, or managing mission-critical systems, the right linux base ensures compatibility, security, and efficiency.
This article …
Choosing the best Linux distribution for VPS or dedicated server hosting in 2025 is more crucial than ever. With a wide variety of operating systems available, selecting the right linux distro can dramatically affect performance, stability, and overall hosting experience. Whether you’re a developer, a beginner, or managing mission-critical systems, the right linux base ensures compatibility, security, and efficiency.
This article …
VNC vs RDP: which remote desktop tool is the best?
VNC vs RDP: WHICH REMOTE DESKTOP TOOL IS THE BEST?
In a world where working remotely and managing distant systems has become standard practice, remote desktop tools have emerged as essential solutions. Whether you’re a system administrator, IT professional, or just someone trying to help a friend fix a computer problem from afar, tools like RDP and VNC are commonly used. But which one is the better remote access option?
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In a world where working remotely and managing distant systems has become standard practice, remote desktop tools have emerged as essential solutions. Whether you’re a system administrator, IT professional, or just someone trying to help a friend fix a computer problem from afar, tools like RDP and VNC are commonly used. But which one is the better remote access option?
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Windows Server 2025 – New Features and Enhancements
WINDOWS SERVER 2025 – FEATURES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Microsoft Windows Server 2025 is the new release of the Microsoft server operating system. It will facilitate a fast, scalable and secure environment that serves the interests of businesses of all sizes. Continuing a legacy of its forerunners, Windows Server 2025 offers a multitude of new features, enhancements, and improvements that help organizations reshape their IT infrastructures, enable effortless operations, and elevate digital transformation.
Microsoft Windows Server 2025 is the new release of the Microsoft server operating system. It will facilitate a fast, scalable and secure environment that serves the interests of businesses of all sizes. Continuing a legacy of its forerunners, Windows Server 2025 offers a multitude of new features, enhancements, and improvements that help organizations reshape their IT infrastructures, enable effortless operations, and elevate digital transformation.
NEW FEATURES …
What is Distributed Storage? Types and Examples
DISTRIBUTED STORAGE SYSTEMS
The modern-age computing infrastructure relies heavily on distributed storage systems. How is emerging technology responding to pressing business challenges? With the incessantly increasing data, enterprise businesses are realizing how inadequate storage systems are to meet today’s demands of scaling up, reliability, and performance. Data warehousing services mostly in the form of report-generating data for large enterprises do not fit secondary or distributed storage systems.
Distributed storage systems …
The modern-age computing infrastructure relies heavily on distributed storage systems. How is emerging technology responding to pressing business challenges? With the incessantly increasing data, enterprise businesses are realizing how inadequate storage systems are to meet today’s demands of scaling up, reliability, and performance. Data warehousing services mostly in the form of report-generating data for large enterprises do not fit secondary or distributed storage systems.
Distributed storage systems …