Linux (Debian) network configuration

This post covers configuration changes required to set a static IP address on a server / desktop. First get information about all the interfaces in the system with the command ifconfig -a . Network configuration. Assign an address, netmask, gateway…
Read more »How to find your WordPress version

It’s essential to keep your WordPress site secure. How do you check which version of WordPress you are using? There are a couple of methods. 1) WordPress Admin Dashboard Log in to your WordPress admin area and go…
Read more »Connecting to a Dell server via iDRAC 6

Due to increased security in browsers and Java this isn’t trivial. Java only provide version 8. Java 7 is no longer available to the public (old installers can be found). I find it’s useful to keep a machine…
Read more »How to determine RAID controller type in Linux

Most servers are equipped with RAID. There are two main types of RAID: software or hardware. Software RAID If you’re not sure what configuration is used, check in the /proc/mdstat file. The /proc is area used by the kernel for keeping various…
Read more »Kali Linux from USB installtion fails to find CD-ROM

ISO: Kali Linux Light 2018.3 i386 (32 bit) When booting from USB the installer starts (live works) but then prompts for the CD with the error “can’t mount and detect CD-ROM drives” If using Rufus to burn the…
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