What’s the Best Linux Distro for a Mac VM to Learn the CLI?
I'm looking to learn about the Linux command line interface (CLI) and I'm considering using a Linux distribution that doesn't have a graphical user interface (GUI). I've heard…
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Anyone Successfully Added a Windows Node to Self-Hosted Kubernetes?
I'm trying to add a Windows Server 2022 VM as a node in my self-hosted Kubernetes cluster, but I keep running into issues. I want to deploy some…
Comparing Costs of Azure: ACA vs App Service vs VM for Always-On Use Cases
I'm exploring different Azure options for a migration and have specific needs due to CIS v8 control requirements, particularly for ingress inspection and monitoring. Right now, we're a…
How to Migrate Docker Containers to a New Host Without Losing Data?
I recently faced a hard drive corruption in my media virtual machine and decided to take this chance to transition from VMWare to Proxmox, building my VMs anew.…
How Can I Reinstall Windows Server 2022 Without Losing My License?
Hey there! I ran into an issue with my Windows Server 2022 Standard virtual machine. I mistakenly joined it to a domain, but now I want to switch…
Confused About Azure Storage Account Networking Setup
I'm new to Azure and trying to wrap my head around the networking for my simple setup. I've got a storage account with public access turned off and…
Can I run Windows 11 in a VM on Linux while sharing the storage?
I recently got a new System 76 machine running Pop OS, and I sometimes use Adobe Premiere Pro and other creative applications. I'm considering running Windows 11 Pro…
Can I run Windows 11 in a VM on a Pop OS machine?
I recently got a System 76 machine running Pop OS, and I'm looking into running Windows 11 Pro in a virtual machine since I occasionally use Adobe Premiere…
What’s the Difference Between 'No Infrastructure Redundancy Required' and 'Azure Selected Zone'?
In Azure, there are two options for deploying virtual machines (VMs) regarding availability: "No infrastructure redundancy required" and "Azure selected zone". When I select "No infrastructure redundancy required",…
How Can I Quickly Switch Between Linux and Windows on Dual Boot?
I'm currently using a dual boot setup with CachyOS and Windows 11. Most of the time, I change the default option in the BIOS, but right now, it's…
Why Use Docker Instead of Direct App Installation?
I'm looking to set up a separate VM just for my Samba server. While I know Docker can accomplish this, it seems like simply installing the package directly…
Why Use Docker Instead of Direct App Installation?
I'm considering setting up a Samba server and I know I could run it in a VM or use Docker. Using a VM sounds simpler for just this…
Should I Dual Boot or Use a VM on My Laptop for Linux?
Hey everyone! I'm looking to switch to Linux because I've realized that many of my games run on it. I'm in college and I need certain programs like…
Thinking of Switching to Linux from Windows 11: What Should I Know?
Hey everyone, I've been feeling frustrated with Windows 11 and I'm seriously considering a switch to Linux. The last time I used Linux was back in 2010 with…
Help! My VM Won't Start After Disabling the Network Adapter
I have a virtual machine that lost its internet connection, so I disabled the Hyper-V network adapter in the settings to troubleshoot. However, now I can't start the…
Why is Linux so laggy on my high-end VM setup?
I'm trying to run Linux on a virtual machine (VM) on my high-end PC, but it becomes almost unusable due to stuttering, despite allocating plenty of resources. My…
How can I determine the operating system of my university's licensing server?
Hey folks, I'm working on a lab assignment where I need to figure out what operating system is running on our university's licensing server, which is part of…
How can I ensure my Jellyfin container starts after a reboot with Docker Compose?
I'm running Docker on a virtual machine hosted by Proxmox, and I've set up a Docker Compose configuration for two services: Tailscale and Jellyfin. When I use `docker…
Struggling with Start Menu GPO Configuration in Windows 11
Hey everyone, I'm having some trouble configuring the Group Policy Object (GPO) for the Start Menu on a Windows 11 computer that's part of a domain. I've been…
Why Does My Azure VM Drop Off the Domain After Redeployment?
Hey folks! I'm a junior sys admin trying to sort out a frustrating issue with Azure VMs. Whenever our architects redeploy a VM that's already joined to the…