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Gate Search

Pattern-matching tools for chasing down malicious software

Jan 26, 2025

The big antivirus companies offer a myriad of malware scanning utilities, but it is often difficult to see what they are really doing or to customize them for specific needs. Beyond the giants are a class of more versatile tools that let you choose the rulesets – and even write your own rules.

Address Catcher

Developing a mailbot script

Jan 26, 2025

A Python script that captures email addresses will help you understand how bots analyze and extract data from the web.

Linux-Assistant

An all-in-one Linux dashboard

Apr 08, 2025

Although a promising tool, Linux-Assistant is still rough around the edges. Does it deserve reviewers’ enthusiasm?

On Script

Advanced Bash techniques for automation, optimization, and security

Jan 26, 2025

Shell scripting is a versatile tool for managing and automating the modern IT infrastructure. This article reaches beyond the basics with some advanced techniques for tackling real-world challenges.

Protected Text

Privacy and Security Tools in LibreOffice Writer

Mar 19, 2025

Scattered in Writer’s menus are a surprising number of tools to keep your documents safe.

LibreWolf

A Security-Minded Firefox Alternative

Feb 11, 2025

Building on Firefox’s features, LibreWolf offers private and secure browsing.

Answering the Call

Rocky Linux looks for a place in the enterprise

Aug 18, 2022

Rocky Linux emerges as a free alternative to Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

Friendly Fork

AlmaLinux promises continued RHEL compatibility

Nov 28, 2023

Recent policy changes at Red Hat have upturned the RHEL clone community. AlmaLinux charts a new path by shifting to binary compatibility and away from being a downstream RHEL build.

ELevate to the Future

Migrating from CentOS 7

Feb 24, 2024

CentOS 7 reaches end of life in June 2024, forcing users to look for a free enterprise Linux alternative. AlmaLinux's ELevate migration tool can help ease the transition.

Choices

Choosing an open source database management system

Apr 03, 2024

Open source database management systems offer greater flexibility and lower costs while avoiding vendor lock-in. Finding the right one depends on your project's needs.

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