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Linux Crash Course – the ‘fortune’ Command

Want to add a little fun to your Linux terminal? In this video, we’ll take a look at the classic fortune command in Linux, a lightweight tool that displays random quotes, jokes, and witty sayings right from the command line.

You’ll learn how to install the fortune-mod package, explore basic usage, review useful command-line options, and even use custom categories to control the type of quotes you see. We’ll also combine fortune with cowsay to create one of the most entertaining Linux terminal tricks around.

Whether you’re new to Linux or just looking for fun terminal commands to customize your workflow, the fortune command is a simple way to make your command line more enjoyable.
How to Deploy Self-Hosted Apps on a RamNode VPS

In this video, I deploy real applications on a Linux VPS using Coolify and Portainer on RamNode. Starting from a fresh Ubuntu instance, I walk through best practices, install both platforms from scratch, and show how they simplify app and container management.

Along the way, I explore RamNode features like security groups, snapshots, and access control to lock things down properly. If you’re interested in self-hosting, Docker, or getting more out of a VPS, this video is a great place to start.

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How to Learn Linux Faster: 5 Proven Tips!

Learning Linux doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this video, I share 5 practical tips to help you learn Linux faster, avoid common beginner mistakes, and build real skills that actually stick.

Whether you’re new to Linux, switching from Windows or macOS, or just feeling stuck, these Linux learning tips will help you focus on what matters most—without burnout or wasted time.
Linux Mint 22.3: What’s New (And What’s Not)

In this video, we’ll take a detailed look at Linux Mint 22.3 to see what’s new this time around. While Mint remains one of the most reliable and beginner-friendly Linux distributions available, this release is a noticeably smaller update than some may expect.

I’ll cover the new features included in Linux Mint 22.3, share hands-on impressions, and talk about the downsides as well. If you’re currently running Linux Mint or considering switching to Linux, this review will help you decide whether Linux Mint 22.3 is the right upgrade for you.

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How to Install Icinga 2 on Ubuntu (Complete Beginner Guide)

In this complete Icinga monitoring tutorial, I walk you through installing and configuring Icinga 2 on Ubuntu from scratch. This is a full getting-started guide designed for Linux administrators, homelab users, and anyone who wants to set up real infrastructure monitoring the right way.

Thanks to Icinga for sponsoring this tutorial! With Icinga (and this tutorial as your guide) you’ll be monitoring your servers like a pro in no time! Check out Icinga here.
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Notesnook Review: A Privacy Focused App for Simple Note-Taking

In this video, I review Notesnook, a privacy-focused note-taking app designed for users who want secure, reliable, and distraction-free note management across devices.

I explain why I switched to Notesnook, share my first impressions, and walk through key features like theming and customization, note sharing, and syncing behavior. I also break down pricing and overall value, so you can decide whether Notesnook makes sense for your workflow.
EndeavourOS Explained: A Linux Distro That Makes Arch Simple

In this video, I take a closer look at EndeavourOS, an Arch-based Linux distribution that aims to deliver the Arch Linux experience without the complexity of a manual install.

I cover what EndeavourOS is, how the installation process works, and share my impressions after spending time using it. If you’ve ever been curious about Arch Linux but wanted something more approachable, EndeavourOS is often one of the first recommendations — and in this review, I explain why.
Is Distro Hopping Bad? Here’s Why It’s Actually Great!

Distro hopping gets a bad reputation in the Linux community — but what if it’s actually a good thing?

In this video, I explain why distro hopping can be beneficial, how it helps you learn Linux faster, and why switching between Linux distributions can actually make you a better system administrator and problem solver.

Are you a Distro Hopper? If so, consider supporting Learn Linux TV and grab this awesome Distro Hopper shirt!
How To Use Window Tiling In COSMIC (Complete Guide)

In this video, we’ll take a deep dive into window tiling in the COSMIC desktop and explore how it can dramatically improve your workflow and productivity. If you’ve ever struggled with managing windows on Linux—or you’re curious how COSMIC handles tiling—this tutorial is for you!

Check out the COSMIC Desktop here, it’s awesome!
This Bash Trick Makes cd Much More Useful

Did you know you can make Bash automatically run ls every time you use cd? In this video, I show a simple but powerful Bash trick that improves your Linux command-line workflow by automatically listing files whenever you change directories.

We start by creating a custom cd function in Bash, then I walk through exactly how it works so you understand what’s happening behind the scenes. This approach helps you learn more about Bash functions, shell behavior, and how to customize your terminal in a practical, real-world way. Once you’ve set this up, navigating directories becomes faster and more informative, especially when working in complex file structures.

As a bonus, I also demonstrate how to create a reusable extract function that can automatically unpack many common archive formats from the command line, saving you even more time.

If you’re looking for useful Bash tips, want to customize your Linux terminal, or enjoy learning small tricks that improve productivity, this video is for you.

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