Linux stores passwords in a very nice way. This does make sense.
How the Linux passwd and shadow files work. This is interesting.
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Using symbolic links on a Linux system and other useful Linux commands for the user.
What is the difference between a hard link and a symbolic link? The output below shows the process of creating firstly a hard link and then a symbolic link. The hard link appears exactly the same as the original file; but the symbolic link displays as a link from the…
Read MoreArma 3 script samples for creating a scripted mission.
This simple script sample will spawn 3 enemy groups around a central point in safe places. Fixed version, I accidentally posted the wrong code, this will work fine. I tested this in a mission and it works now. _Center = _randPos2; _Circle1 = [_Center, 150, 150, 0, 0, 20, 0]…
Read MoreLinux user groups in India. Takeup of Linux is very strong in this country.
Linux User Groups India There are many Linux user groups, (LUG) in India. They meetup and discuss various open-source software topics. This is a great way to meet other Linux users and learn from others. One large Linux User Group in India is the Indian Linux Users Group. http://linux-delhi.org/. Their…
Read MoreManage your user settings easily on Linux Mint or Ubuntu.
Managing your user account on Ubuntu or Linux Mint is very easy with the GUI utilities provided. Under System->Administration->Users and Groups, you have the option to create new user accounts, or modify existing ones. This is the window above, it is ready for the creation of new user accounts. Click…
Read MoreLinux versus Windows Server 2008 Active Directory.
I was setting up a Windows Server 2008 machine today with Active Directory and I was struck by the power that the Active Directory group policies give to the systems Administrator in terms of managing your client desktop machines and creating a unified locked-down desktop across all workstations. There is…
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