Features
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.
An Open Source Audio Editor and Recorder
Audacity
If you are looking for an audio editing and creation tool, Audacity lets you create and edit professional audio files at no cost, all while using your existing hardware.
Multimeter
Real-time performance monitoring with Netdata
What cannot be measured cannot be improved. Netdata lets you measure almost anything – at least as long as it's about the performance and health of a Linux computer.
Monitor Your Network with Zabbix
The Eye of Sauron
Use Zabbix to keep tabs on all your machines across the network.
Using ARP for Network Recon
Network Sleuth
When it comes to network recon, arp-scan allows you to collect device intel quickly and stealthily.
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