Linux, networking and server administration notes.

A small collection of practical notes, command examples and troubleshooting checklists for day-to-day system administration.

Linux

Basic server checklist

Useful first steps after installing a minimal Linux server.

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Networking

Checking open ports

Simple commands for inspecting listening sockets and active network connections.

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Systemd

Reading service logs

A quick guide to using journalctl when a service does not start correctly.

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DNS

DNS troubleshooting

Basic dig and resolver checks for domains, A records and certificate issues.

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