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Windows networking commands in Linux: 5 equivalents you should know (plus WSL tricks)

The default behavior of ping on Linux and other Unix-like systems is different from Windows. On Windows, the ping command ...

What a Linux root user can do - and 8 ways you should absolutely never use it

You should never have to work with the root user account on Linux, especially on a desktop installation. There can be occasions when you need to use root on a server. If you must use root, do so with ...

Cyberattack in Venezuela Demonstrated Precision of U.S. Capabilities

Lt. Gen. Joshua M. Rudd appeared before the Senate Armed Services Committee, which is weighing his nomination to lead the U.S ...

US launches new retaliatory strike in Syria, killing leader tied to deadly Islamic State ambush

A third round of retaliatory strikes by the U.S. in Syria has resulted in the death of an Al-Qaeda-affiliated leader, said ...

I found the best way to run an internet speed test (and use the results for better Wi-Fi)

After a decade of testing PCs, routers, and home networks, I know what causes slow speeds and how to optimize your internet.