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Transmission: Permission Denied to Downloads directory

Transmission on Ubuntu may be denied access to localized Downloads directories due to AppArmor profiles expecting English folder names. Here’s how to fix it.

2025-12-26 · 4 min · Tom
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Backup from broken NVMe drive with ddrescue

Learn how to recover data from a failing NVMe drive using ddrescue on Linux. This guide covers step-by-step backup instructions, handling read errors, and restoring your files safely.

2025-04-24 · 3 min · Tom
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ata1.00: failed command: READ FPDMA QUEUED

Learn how to resolve the “ata1.00: failed command: READ FPDMA QUEUED” error on Ubuntu by adjusting SATA power management settings.

2025-02-24 · 3 min · Tom
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Remove password from PDF documents

Learn how to remove passwords from PDF documents using the qpdf tool on Linux, making it easier to read protected files on devices like the Pocketbook Touch HD.

2024-05-27 · 1 min · Tom
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Installing Oracle Instant Client on Ubuntu 24.04

Learn how to install Oracle Instant Client on Ubuntu 24.04 using both recommended and alternative methods, with a focus on Docker images.

2024-04-17 · 4 min · Tom
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How old are Official Docker images? 2024 Edition

Discover the current age and update status of various official Docker images, including CentOS, Ubuntu, and Debian, in the 2024 edition of this analysis.

2024-03-24 · 2 min · Tom
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Tuning PipeWire for best audio quality on Ubuntu

Learn how to tune PipeWire for the best audio quality on Ubuntu, ensuring optimal sound performance for your Linux system.

2024-01-28 · 8 min · Tom
Deprecation warning screenshot

Ubuntu - Key is stored in legacy trusted.gpg keyring...

Learn how to resolve the “Key is stored in legacy trusted.gpg keyring” warning on Ubuntu 22.04 by properly managing GPG keys for repositories.

2022-10-21 · 3 min · Tom
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I switched to Zsh

A guide to switching from bash to Zsh, with Oh My Zsh, Powerlevel10k, and useful plugins for a better terminal experience.

2021-12-16 · 5 min · Tom
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Creating fully encrypted ZFS pool

Learn how to create a fully encrypted ZFS pool on Linux, including steps for generating encryption keys and configuring ZFS for secure data storage.

2021-11-22 · 5 min · Tom