Articles on Linux

Uncovering the secrets of SE Linux

• The first in-depth look at the SE Linux code
• An in-depth look at the code in the NSA's security-enhanced version of Linux

Linux hardware stability guide

• CPU and memory troubleshooting

Linux education

Learning Linux LVM

• Learn how to create logical volumes out of the physical storage resources on your machine
• Read the logical conclusion of Daniel's two-part series on converting your filesystem to an LVM logical volume

Setting up a Local Area Network

DOES JTEST MAKE THE GRADE? - Jtest, a pricey but invaluable application for developing Java, has been ported to the Linux platform. Tony Sintes takes a look and finds a suite of useful tools that not only improves code quality but also can speed development

LINUX | Slackware, Security, and Hardware

Slackware Linux 101 - See what really happens when you boot your Linux box -- and then configure your system to do exactly what you want.

Security Implications of Open-Source Software - Does open source mean an open door? Examine all the arguments and decide for yourself.

Using Bash Shell Scripts for Function Testing -Use Bash for function testing your Linux apps -- it's fast, easy, and already installed!

Inline Assembly for x86 in Linux -When you want it done right, write it yourself. Learn the basics of coding inline assembly in the Linux kernel.

How to use awk's powerful string functions

Charming Python: Functional Programming in Python

• Explore the general concepts of functional programming, and learn new ways to make more out of your favorite scripting language.
• Intermediate and advanced FP concepts.

No More Bugs in Your Beans - Catch up on the new functions and fixes in the open-source project FTP bean suite.

Building KDE Themes for Linux

Shared Objects for the Object Disoriented

Common Threads: Dynamic Iptables Firewalls - Need to make rapid, complex changes to your firewall rules? Use Daniel Robbins' dynamic firewall scripts to increase your network security and responsiveness, and to inspire your own creative designs.

Linux Kernel Developers Summit - Find out what's on the front burner for the Linux kernel in this summary of the first Linux Kernel Developers Summit, held last month -- and check out the Webcast of the key discussions.

Inside Samba 2.2

Zope for the Perl/CGI programmer

Linux Meets the Mainframe

Intro to Web Analytics with WebSphere Site Analyzer

Block Memory Copy

RunTime: Block Memory Copy - this month Ed Bradford looks at the simple operation of block memory copy, and begins to uncover whether Linux or Windows 2000 is better at the job.