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How do I install the Nagios client on my Linux server?
Most of the newer Nagios checks are run via NRPE (Nagios Remote Plugin Executor). To configure the Nagios client to run you...
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How do I test my Nagios changes before trying to reload/restart Nagios?
It is important to test your Nagios config changes before you try to reload or restart Nagios. To test your configs, run...
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How do I run sshd on another port instead of port 22?
Changing the port sshd runs on from port 22 to another port is really simple. You just need to update the /etc/sshd/sshd_config...
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How do I set the execute bit on in svn?
To set the execute bit to on (i.e. make a script/file executable), you can use the command below: svn propset svn:executable ON...
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How do I check for long running backups in NetBackup?
Monitoring long running backups in NetBackup can be a somewhat difficult task unless you check the activity monitor regularly. To make things...
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How do I use mt commands to perform functions on my tape drive?
The mt command is very useful for performing tape functions such as rewinding tapes, showing the status, and retension a tape: 1)...
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How do I configure logwatch on my Linux server?
To configure logwatch on your Linux server, you can confirm that the package is installed: 1. rpm -qa logwatch 2. If it...
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How do I determine if my Solaris server is running 32-bit or 64-bit mode?
To check to see if your Solaris server is running the 32-bit or 64-bit OS, use the isainfo command. Use the -b...
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How do I install a .deb package file on my Linux server?
To install a .deb package file on your Linux server, you can run the dpkg command as shown below: sudo dpkg -i...
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How do I securely erase or wipe my hard drive on my Linux server or desktop?
To safely and securely erase your hard drive contents, you can use the shred command. Boot up your system using a Knoppix...