Tag: Shell Script
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Using the RouterOS API to Bulk Reboot MikroTik Router Devices Remotely
Managing network devices can sometimes require direct intervention, such as remotely rebooting a router. In this guide, we’ll explore how to use the RouterOS API to accomplish this task efficiently and securely. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of the steps needed to connect to a RouterOS device, send a reboot command, and… Read more…
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How to Set Up a Proxy Server Using the Terminal
The ability to configure a proxy server is a valuable skill for managing network traffic, enhancing privacy, and bypassing restrictions. While graphical interfaces provide simplicity, using the terminal offers greater flexibility and control. In this guide, we will explore how to set up a proxy server using the terminal on various operating systems. Excerpt Configuring… Read more…
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Batch Compress Image Files into WebP Format with cwebp on Linux
Efficient image compression is vital for web developers and designers striving to optimize website performance. This guide walks you through using cwebp, a Linux-compatible tool, to batch convert JPG, JPEG, and PNG files into WebP format—an image standard known for its superior compression and quality retention. By the end, you’ll have an automated solution to… Read more…
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Mastering the dig Command for DNS Queries
The dig command (Domain Information Groper) is a powerful and flexible tool for querying Domain Name System (DNS) records. It is commonly used by network administrators, developers, and security professionals to troubleshoot DNS issues, verify domain configurations, and gather domain information. This article provides a detailed guide on using dig effectively. Basic Usage The simplest… Read more…
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Advanced Configuration of Vim Editor: Taking Your Editing Experience to the Next Level
Vim is renowned for its versatility and efficiency as a text editor. While its basic functionalities are often sufficient for everyday tasks, advanced features make Vim a powerful tool for developers, writers, and anyone who works with text. This article explores advanced techniques and configurations that can elevate your Vim editing experience. Customizing Vim with… Read more…
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Using cURL to Upload and Download Files via the SFTP Protocol
cURL is a powerful command-line tool that enables developers to transfer data between systems using various protocols, including SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol). With its flexibility and ease of use, cURL provides an efficient way to upload and download files from SFTP servers without requiring additional software or libraries. This article explores how to leverage… Read more…
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Different Use Cases of Bash and EXP (Expect)
What Bash can do, Expect can also achieve; but what Expect can do, Bash may not necessarily be able to accomplish. In system administration and automation tasks, bash and EXP (the command from the Expect tool) are two powerful utilities. While both are used in the command-line environment to execute tasks, they serve distinct purposes… Read more…
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Using LFTP and Dynamic Variables to Backup Files to a Remote FTP Server
This article provides a simple guide for using LFTP, a powerful command-line FTP client, to automate file backups to a remote FTP server. We will leverage dynamic variables like date and time to create unique backup directories and filenames. What is LFTP? LFTP is a robust command-line tool that supports a wide range of features,… Read more…