Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Resolving replication issues between multiple Active Directory (AD) domain controllers is critical to ensure the integrity and availability of your directory services. Here’s a step-by-step guide: 1. Identify the Issue Start by determining the scope and specifics of the replication problem. Tools to Use: Event Viewer: Check for errors or warnings related to replication (e.g., […]
Configuring sudo privileges for specific users on Linux systems involves editing the sudoers file or creating a custom configuration file within the /etc/sudoers.d directory. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Step 1: Edit the sudoers File Open a terminal and log in as a user with administrative privileges. Use the visudo command to safely edit the sudoers […]
Securing data on shared storage systems is critical to prevent unauthorized access, data loss, or corruption. Here are key best practices and strategies to ensure robust security: 1. Implement Access Control Policies Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Assign permissions based on roles to ensure users only access the data they need. Least Privilege Principle: Limit access […]
Optimizing ZFS (Zettabyte File System) for high-throughput workloads requires careful planning and tuning at multiple levels—hardware, ZFS configuration, and workload-specific adjustments. Below are the best practices and considerations: 1. Hardware Considerations a. Storage Devices Use SSDs for ZIL and L2ARC: Use high-performance SSDs or NVMe drives for the ZFS Intent Log (ZIL) to improve synchronous […]
Configuring and securing SMB (Server Message Block) file shares on Windows Server is a crucial task to ensure data accessibility and protection. Below are the steps to configure and secure SMB file shares effectively: 1. Configure SMB File Shares Step 1: Create the File Share Log in to the Windows Server: Use an account with […]
Troubleshooting slow SCP (Secure Copy Protocol) or SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) file transfers on Linux servers involves identifying bottlenecks and optimizing the system. Here is a systematic approach to diagnose and resolve the issue: 1. Check Network Performance Bandwidth: Verify the available bandwidth between the source and destination servers using tools like iperf or […]