administration

Connecting to a VNC server

VNC server on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Linux

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VNC is a system that allows you to remotely control another computer. It allows you to relay your mouse and keyboard inputs as if you were physically sitting in front of the system, when in fact you could be on the other side of the world.

In this guide, we will go over the steps to setup a VNC server on your Ubuntu 20.04 system. When we’re done, you’ll be able to access your system remotely from anywhere, provided that your client system and the VNC server have an internet connection.

In this tutorial you will learn:

  • How to install and configure TightVNC Server
  • How to install and configure XFCE desktop manager
  • How to connect to our VNC server with TightVNC Viewer
  • How to tunnel VNC connections through SSH
  • How to manage multiple VNC desktops with a Systemd script

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How to configure Samba Server share on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Linux

How to configure Samba Server share on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Linux

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The objective of this tutorial is to configure a basic Samba server on Ubuntu 20.04 to share user home directories as well as provide read-write anonymous access to selected directory.

There are myriads of possible other Samba configurations, however the aim of this guide is to get you started with some basics which can be later expanded to implement more features to suit your needs.

In this tutorial you will learn:

  • How to install Samba server
  • How to configure basic Samba share
  • How to share user home directories and public anonymous directory
  • How to mount Samba share on MS Windows 10

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Upgrade Ubuntu 20.04

How to Update Ubuntu packages on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Linux

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One of the main attractions of Linux has got to be the fact that the operating system and the software it runs are free. Unlike proprietary systems, software updates on Ubuntu are absolutely free – you never have to worry about shelling out money for the latest and greatest applications or upgrades.

In this guide, we’re going to take a look at the way Ubuntu releases updates. Ubuntu’s operating system updates follow a particular cycle, but the release schedule can be a little confusing to the uninitiated. We’re also going to go over the methods you can use in order to keep your system up to date, both via command line and GUI.

In this tutorial you will learn:

  • Understanding Ubuntu’s release schedule
  • How to ascertain upgrade information on Ubuntu
  • How to upgrade Ubuntu via command line
  • How to upgrade Ubuntu via graphical user interface

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Disable IPv6 address on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS

How to disable IPv6 address on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS Focal Fossa

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IPv6, Internet Protocol version 6 is the most recent version of the Internet Protocol (IP). It is a communications protocol which is used for identification and location for computers on networks. Its purpose it to route traffic across the Internet. This article will show you how to temporarily or permanently disable IPv6 on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS Focal Fossa.

In this tutorial you will learn:

  • How to temporarily disable IPv6
  • How to permanently disable IPv6

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How to setup FTP server on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Linux

How to setup FTP server on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Linux

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In this guide, we will show you how to setup an FTP server using VSFTPD on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa.

VSFTPD is a popular choice for setting up FTP servers, and is the default FTP tool on a few Linux distributions. Follow along with us below to find out how to install the application and get your FTP server up and running.

In this tutorial you will learn:

  • How to install and configure VSFTPD
  • How to setup an FTP user account
  • How to connect to FTP server via command line
  • How to connect to FTP server via GUI

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Creating a new VM in virt-manager

Install And Set Up KVM On Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Linux

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KVM is Kernel-based Virtual Machine. It’s a module built directly into the Linux kernel that allows the operating system to act as a hypervisor. Although some people may prefer a third-party solution like VirtualBox, there’s no need to install extra software since the Linux kernel already gives us the necessary tools we need to make virtual machines.

KVM requires a little configuration if you want some conveniences like a graphical manager or the ability to allow VM guests to login from your network – but we’ll cover that in this guide. Once it’s up and running, you’ll find that KVM provides the most stable and seamless experience for your virtualization needs on Linux.

In this tutorial you will learn:

  • How to install necessary KVM utilities on Ubuntu 20.04
  • How to install and configure virt-manager
  • How to configure network interfaces for bridged connection
  • How to create a new virtual machine

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Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Desktop

How to install Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Desktop

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In this tutorial we will perform the Ubuntu 20.04 Desktop installation. Ubuntu is one of the most popular Linux distributions. The reason being it’s main goal is to be the most user-friendly non-geek Linux operating system out there. As you will soon see, the Ubuntu 20.04 installation process is straightforward and simple to follow.

In this tutorial you will learn:

  • How to download Ubuntu 20.04 desktop ISO image
  • How to create bootable installation media
  • How to boot to Ubuntu 20.04 Desktop installation wizard
  • How to install full or minimal Ubuntu 20.04 Desktop

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How to setup SFTP server on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Linux

How to setup SFTP server on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa Linux

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In this guide, we will show you how to setup an SFTP server using VSFTPD on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa. If you haven’t already, check out our tutorial on How to setup FTP server on Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa with VSFTPD, as this article on SFTP assumes that you’ve applied the configuration covered in the FTP guide.

FTP is a great protocol for accessing and transferring files, but it has the shortcoming of being a clear text protocol. In other words, it’s not secure to use over an internet connection, since your credentials and data are transmitted without encryption. The ‘S’ in SFTP stands for ‘Secure’ and tunnels the FTP protocol through SSH, providing the encryption needed to establish a secure connection.

In this tutorial you will learn:

  • How to install and configure SSH daemon
  • How to setup an SFTP user account and group
  • How to connect to SFTP server via command line
  • How to connect to SFTP server via command line

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