The Best Method for Building a Custom Firefox Install on Linux

Firefox is the default browser on most desktop distributions of Linux, but sometimes we may not get updates from our maintainer as fast as we’d like. In other cases, we may not like how our distro packages Firefox. In this video, Jay will show you a method of implementing a custom Firefox installation that will be 100% under your control, and you’ll get updates directly from Mozilla!

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OpenStack – The BEST Way to Build Your Own Private Cloud

OpenStack is awesome! Using this amazing open-source project, you can build your very own private cloud. But what are some other considerations for using it? How do you get started? In this foundational video, LearnLinuxTV and OpenMetal team up to give you some valuable information on OpenStack. This will include what sets it apart from other solutions, and will also include some tips on how to navigate around some of its challenges.

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The Homelab Show Episode 73: Automation Strategies

Automation isn’t just for the Enterprise – it’s an important aspect of your Homelab as well. It can make the difference between spending hours setting something up, or just a few minutes. In this episode, Jay and Tom discuss some strategies and goals around automation, as well as some tools that can help us out with that.

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Mastering Ubuntu Server (4th Edition) is Now Available!

The latest edition of the popular Ubuntu Server book is available for purchase right now!

This new edition covers Ubuntu Server 22.04, and includes many great examples and projects to help you learn Ubuntu Server fast and with minimal effort. Also included are reference videos at the end of most chapters, that will lead you to video examples that will further reinforce what you learn. While reading this book, you’ll set up your own servers, clusters, networks, and more! Check out the official mini-site for the book here, which includes links to various places you can order it from.

How to Build an Awesome Kubernetes Cluster using Proxmox Virtual Environment

Proxmox Virtual Environment is an awesome virtualization solution. Kubernetes is an awesome containerization solution. So why not combine those great technologies? In this video, you’ll see the entire process of setting up your very own Kubernetes cluster from scratch, with Proxmox shown as the platform. But even if you don’t plan on using Proxmox, this method will work just fine on other solutions as well, including physical servers. By the end of this video, you’ll have your own cluster ready to go!

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Also, be sure to check out the brand-new book, Mastering Ubuntu Server 4th Edition! It’s available now, and covers Ubuntu Server 22.04 LTS.

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Enterprise Linux Security Episode 43 – Grand Theft Data

In this episode, Jay and Joao discuss a handful of cybersecurity events in the news. While none of these stories are super exciting from a technical standpoint, there’s definitely some lessons to be learned. As part of this discussion, Jay and Joao will talk about topics related to the recent Grand Theft Auto leak, as breaches that targeted Uber, 2k games, and more.

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The New 2022 System76 Thelio Desktop with a Customizable Case (Full Review)

System76 revolutionized desktop PC’s with their Thelio desktop, and now the company has released a refresh that has a very interesting feature. In addition to many small tweaks and modifications, the new model actually lets you swap the new accent panel with one of several variations at any time. In this video, Jay will give you a full day 1 review of the brand new Thelio.

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Tiny Pilot Voyager 2 – Remotely Manage your Server Quickly and Easily

The Tiny Pilot Voyager 2 is a very impressive Raspberry Pi project. You can purchase one, or build your own – and it’s incredibly useful. With the Tiny Pilot, you can quickly and easily remotely manage your server as well many other devices. In this video, Jay reviews the most recent iteration of the Tiny Pilot Voyager.

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