Vancouver Linux Users Group

This guide provides detailed explanations, practical tips, and recommended tools and practices for the remote management of Linux users and groups. Managing Linux users and groups starts by understanding what a user is – an individual who has access to the system. A user can be a standard or privileged user. A group, meanwhile, is…

In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI), Large Language Models (LLMs) have emerged as a cornerstone, driving innovations and reshaping the way we interact with technology. As these models become increasingly sophisticated, there’s a growing emphasis on democratizing access to them. Open-source models, in particular, are playing a pivotal role in this democratization,…

Frustrated by the constraints of your current operating system? It’s time for a change. Welcome to a world of endless possibilities with Linux — an open-source powerhouse that can revolutionize your computing experience. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast seeking new horizons or simply looking for a reliable, customizable, and free operating system, Linux has something…

A reported Free Download Manager supply chain attack redirected Linux users to a malicious Debian package repository that installed information-stealing malware. The malware used in this campaign establishes a reverse shell to a C2 server and installs a Bash stealer that collects user data and account credentials. Kaspersky discovered the potential supply chain compromise case…

Using the Linux command line doesn’t have to be the chore you think it is. One of the myths surrounding the Linux operating system is that you have to run all sorts of complicated commands to get anything done. Although that may have been the case some time ago, it’s no longer a reality. You…

At the Google Cloud Next event in San Francisco and online this week, Google and Gitlab introduced an “extended partnership,” which adds Google Cloud Platform (GCP) features to the GitLab DevSecOps platform as well as a new option in the GCP console to create a GitLab project. David DeSanto, GitLab Chief Product Officer, spoke yesterday…