Features
Tutorials – FFmpeg
Video Wizardry
Linux has some excellent graphical video-editing tools, but sometimes working from the command line with FFmpeg is just better.
Data Harvest
Python network data visualization
The Scapy packet manipulation program lets you analyze and manipulate packets to create incident response reports or examine network security.
Keep All Your Linux Servers in Check
Front Seat
Use the browser-based Cockpit tool to monitor and administer multiple Linux servers without leaving your desk.
Contract Killer
Facebook releases its own OOM implementation
When a Linux system runs out of memory, a special agent, the out-of-memory killer, rushes to its aid. Facebook has now introduced its own OOM killer. What makes it different from its kernel-based counterpart? And what is an OOM killer really?
Wireshark
An Essential Sys Admin and Security Tool
Wireshark fills the gap between security and system administration for those who need to know more about what’s flowing through the wires or over the airwaves in the corporate network.
Migration
A distro for moving from Windows/Mac OS to Linux
If you are looking to migrate from Windows and Mac OS to Linux, but still need Windows compatibility and applications, Zorin OS might be the solution.
Natron Nodes
Natron gives you the power to apply sophisticated effects to your videos, but its node-based interface can be a bit confusing. This tutorial will help you get a grasp on the basics.
Inside Job
Measuring performance with the perf kernel tool
The kernel supports performance analysis with built-in tools via the Linux performance counters subsystem. perf is easy to use and offers a detailed view of performance data.
Trickle
Managing Network Bandwidth
The trickle command-line utility helps you shape network traffic.
Tutorials – Natron
Track Record
Natron allows you to create eye-catching effects and combine different video clips in surprising ways, letting you build up your clips like a pro.
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