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An Introduction to the Linux Operating System

April 25, 2026 cialu Technology

The Linux operating system represents one of the most significant technological achievements in modern computing. From powering enterprise-grade servers to running embedded systems and smartphones, Linux has become a cornerstone of digital infrastructure. Unlike proprietary operating systems, Linux is open-source, meaning its source code is freely available, modifiable, and distributable. This openness has fostered a global ecosystem of developers, organizations,[…]

Why You Should Get a VPN and How to Install the Best One on Linux

December 4, 2024 cialu Technology

VPN: Essential Tools for Privacy and Security In today’s digital age, maintaining online privacy and security has become more critical than ever. One of the most effective tools to achieve this is a VPN (Virtual Private Network). This comprehensive guide (You Should Get a VPN) will explore what VPNs are, why they are indispensable for privacy and security, compare some[…]

64 node AMD EPYC CPUs Mammoth computing cluster to aid COVID research

November 5, 2020 cialu Technology

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and its partners AMD, Supermicro, and Cornelis Networks have installed a new high-performance computing (HPC) cluster with memory and data storage capabilities optimized for data-intensive COVID-19 research and pandemic response. Funded by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the “big memory” cluster, called Mammoth, will be used at LLNL to perform genomics[…]

Free and opensource stock market trading tools

June 8, 2020 cialu Money, Technology

Here is a list of free trading and investment resources. Some are open source, but not all and, mostly, they are all online. The purpose of this list is to give ordinary users who are interested in the stock market and shares the opportunity to complete accurate research and feasible trading analysis. We put here the incredible resource made available[…]

What to do before selling your video gaming console

May 20, 2020 cialu Technology

If you are selling your video gaming console to someone you do not know or someone you don’t want to have your personal information, you will want to reset your console to factory conditions and wipe all your data from the hard-drive. Let’s see how to do it on the Sony PlayStation 4. Here the video and after the step-by-step[…]