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A virtual private network (VPN) extends the resources of your local area network to telecommuter’s home, satellite offices, and far-flung sales warriors. OpenVPN is a fast, scalable, secure, and free VPN solution for Linux. And best of all, it’s easy to configure and deploy. Here’s a hands-on primer.

Why can't Unix and Linux code just get along?

You can’t always get what you want. But that doesn’t stop me from asking. Besides, Buddha’s got my back. Here's my HPC wish list.

Many laptops can now run Linux well, making it convenient to port the Penguin everywhere you go. However, wireless networks can sometimes be doggedly frustrating to use with Linux. Fortunately, some wireless cards come complete with Linux drivers, while many Windows-compatible cards and drivers can run unchanged with software called ndiswrapper. Here’s a hands-on guide sure to cure your wireless blues.

Facilitate fine-grained file permissions with ACL editor Eiciel.

The process filesystem is a window into the mystical innards of the kernel. The seq file interface simplifies the job of process file creators.

Learn how to combine CGI::Prototype and Apache action scripts to serve custom and template web pages.

Bigger is not always better, unless it is.

Many laptops can now run Linux well, making it convenient to port the Penguin everywhere you go. However, wireless networks can sometimes be doggedly frustrating to use with Linux. Fortunately, some wireless cards come complete with Linux drivers, while many Windows-compatible cards and drivers can run unchanged with software called ndiswrapper. Here’s a hands-on guide sure to cure your wireless blues.