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How to Limit Resources an LXD Container Can Use

In a previous article, you can explore what LXD is and how to get started with it, in case you’re unfamiliar with the platform. In most cases, you will use multiple containers on the same system to split a larger whole into smaller components. It makes sense to limit the amount of resources each component can use. But why? Obviously, the number of reasons is as unlimited as the scenarios for which you can use containers. When Limits on LXD Containers Can Be Useful Providing a service and giving each customer an LXD instance. For… Read more

4 of the Best Lightweight Operating Systems for Raspberry Pi

The Raspberry Pi is a super-affordable single board computer that be can be used for a variety of different projects. Some of the most popular uses of the Raspberry Pi are to turn it into a dedicated media player with OSMC or a videogame emulation machine with RetroPie or Recalbox. Given the versatility of the Raspberry Pi, some have wondered if it could replace a traditional desktop computer. While the Raspberry Pi has significant hardware limitations, the following lightweight operating systems certainly think so. Note: The Raspberry Pi has a number of different models on the market. For the purposes of this article, we will… Read more

How to Fix Ubuntu Freezing in VirtualBox

If you’re curious about Linux but not enough to replace macOS or Windows with it, running it in a virtual machine is a great option. VirtualBox is one of the most popular VMs for a wide variety of reasons, one of which is that it’s free to use. Virtual machines are complex things, and when something goes wrong, it can be tough to tell where the problem lies. This is especially true if you’re running Ubuntu and it’s constantly freezing. If this is happening to you, trying to figure out what the problem is can be an exercise in frustration. Related: How to Install VirtualBox… Read more

How to Mount Remote Directories in Linux with SSHFS

There’s certainly no shortage of solutions when it comes to syncing files between two devices. While Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive may not give you official Linux clients, NextCloud and others do. But maybe you don’t trust a big corporation to store your files. Or, maybe, you want more security than NextCloud offers. With all the components that go into building something like NextCloud, chances are it has more undiscovered security holes than simpler solutions. Why Use SSHFS? From the end-user perspective, this is very easy to use, clean and simple. It’s also incredibly secure since it relies on the battle-hardened and proven OpenSSH server…. Read more

How to Set Up the XFCE Desktop Environment on Arch Linux

You’ve just installed Arch and booted your new system, and you have … a black terminal screen. Unless you’re familiar with Arch or you’re looking to set up a server, this can be somewhat disheartening. Don’t worry, a you’re closer to a working desktop than you may think. The default Arch install doesn’t come with a graphical desktop because Arch gives you the power to choose your own. If you’re new to this or looking for a suggestion, XFCE is a fantastic place to start. It’s a tried-and-true Linux desktop that’s light on resources while still providing a complete desktop experience. It also doesn’t take… Read more