How to use the UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall) in linux

Firewall configuration isn’t always a very easy thing in linux.  I know that I have felt a bit intimidated, in the past.  UFW (uncomplicated firewall) is meant to make it much easier.  UFW is a configuration tool that runs on top of iptables.  In this post, I am hoping to go over how to use …

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How to use Nmap to identify what a server is running

Whether you are attacking a computer or protecting it, proper intelligence about a computer is important.  A very powerful option for learning about a given system is Nmap.  According to Nmap’s website: Nmap uses raw IP packets in novel ways to determine what hosts are available on the network, what services (application name and version) …

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What is a Chromebook like to own?

tl;dr: It’s better than I thought it would be. You need just need to learn the tricks. Install crouton and Chrome Remote Desktop.   Over the past few months, I’ve been watching the ultrabook market for something that would have sufficient power, a day-long battery, and enough portability to allow me to carry it around comfortably. …

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