Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Boot into Single-User Mode for Recovery Learn how to boot into single-user mode on FreeBSD for system recovery and maintenance tasks. This guide covers common recovery scenarios, best practices, and advanced techniques.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Building a Custom FreeBSD Release ISO Learn how to create a custom FreeBSD release ISO with this step-by-step guide.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Join the FreeBSD Mailing Lists This article provides a step-by-step guide to joining FreeBSD mailing lists, explaining their importance, and providing detailed steps to help you become an active and effective community member.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Install KDE Plasma Desktop on FreeBSD Learn how to install the KDE Plasma desktop environment on FreeBSD, a powerful and versatile Unix-like operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Set Up a C/C++ Development Environment on FreeBSD Learn how to set up a C/C++ development environment on FreeBSD by installing compilers, essential tools, and an IDE or text editor.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Creating and Managing FreeBSD Jails A comprehensive guide to creating and managing FreeBSD jails, a lightweight, secure method for partitioning a FreeBSD system into multiple independent environments.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Rebuild the FreeBSD Kernel from Source on FreeBSD This guide provides a detailed walkthrough on rebuilding the FreeBSD kernel from source.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Format a Disk with UFS on FreeBSD How to format a disk with the Unix File System (UFS) on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Harden the SSH Server (`sshd_config`) on FreeBSD This article provides a comprehensive guide to hardening the SSH server (sshd_config
) on FreeBSD, ensuring the system is secure from unauthorized access.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Configure the PF Firewall This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to configure the Packet Filter (PF) firewall on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Install Packages This article explains how to install packages using the pkg install
command on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Learn how to install and setup FreeBSD with this step-by-step guide.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Add and Remove User Accounts This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to add and remove user accounts via the command line on FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Create a FreeBSD Bootable USB Drive A step-by-step guide on how to create a bootable USB drive for FreeBSD on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Report Bugs Using Bugzilla This document provides a step-by-step guide on how to report bugs using Bugzilla on FreeBSD Operating System.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Porting Linux Software to FreeBSD This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to port Linux software to FreeBSD, highlighting the key differences, preparation steps, and porting strategies.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Repair a Corrupted Bootloader on FreeBSD Learn how to diagnose and repair a corrupted bootloader on FreeBSD systems using basic and advanced recovery techniques.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Compile Programs with `clang`/`gcc` on FreeBSD Learn how to install, configure, and use Clang and GCC to compile programs on FreeBSD. Understand the differences between these compilers and key optimizations available for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Configure NVIDIA Drivers for Gaming on FreeBSD How to Configure NVIDIA Drivers for Gaming on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Install Docker Learn how to install Docker on FreeBSD using the Linux compatibility layer, enabling you to run Docker containers on FreeBSD systems.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Load and Unload Kernel Modules on FreeBSD Learn how to load and unload kernel modules on FreeBSD using the kldload
and kldunload
commands. This guide covers checking loaded modules, handling dependencies, and troubleshooting common issues.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security Audit System Security with Lynis Learn how to install, configure, and run security audits using Lynis on a FreeBSD system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Create a ZFS Pool Learn how to create a ZFS pool on a FreeBSD operating system with step-by-step instructions.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Set Up a DHCP Server with `isc-dhcp44-server` Learn how to set up a DHCP server using isc-dhcp44-server
on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Update the Package Repository This article explains how to update the package repository using the pkg update
command on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Grant Sudo Privileges to Users on FreeBSD This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to grant sudo privileges to users on a FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on system management tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Installing FreeBSD in UEFI This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough for installing FreeBSD in UEFI mode with Secure Boot, enhancing system security and reliability.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources Accessing Documentation in FreeBSD Learn how to access documentation in FreeBSD, including the FreeBSD Handbook and man pages.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Configuring High-Availability Clusters with CARP Learn how to configure high-availability clusters with Common Address Redundancy Protocol (CARP) on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Recover a Failed ZFS Pool on FreeBSD Learn how to recover a failed ZFS pool on FreeBSD by following a systematic approach to diagnose the problem, identify the root cause, and apply the appropriate recovery steps.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Debugging with `lldb` or `gdb` on FreeBSD This article will guide you through setting up, using, and effectively debugging programs with lldb
and gdb
on the FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Enable Sound with `sndio` or `pulseaudio` on FreeBSD Learn how to enable sound on FreeBSD using the sndio
or pulseaudio
sound systems. This guide covers the installation, configuration, and testing of sound on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Enable Linux Binary Compatibility on FreeBSD Learn how to enable Linux binary compatibility (Linuxulator) on FreeBSD operating system. Run Linux applications on FreeBSD with ease.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Setting Up a Virtual Machine with bhyve on FreeBSD Learn how to set up a virtual machine with bhyve on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Resize a ZFS Dataset Learn how to resize a ZFS dataset on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Set Up Google Authenticator for SSH 2FA This article explains how to set up Google Authenticator for SSH 2FA on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Create a WireGuard VPN on FreeBSD Learn how to set up a WireGuard VPN on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management Upgrade All Packages This article explains how to upgrade all packages on a FreeBSD system using the pkg upgrade
command.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Update FreeBSD with `freebsd-update fetch install` This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to update FreeBSD using the freebsd-update fetch install
command.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on package management tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Dual-Boot FreeBSD This guide walks you through the step-by-step process of setting up a dual-boot system with FreeBSD and Windows using GRUB as the bootloader.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Automating Deployments with Ansible on FreeBSD This article explains how to use Ansible to automate deployments on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Diagnose High CPU/Memory Usage on FreeBSD Learn how to diagnose high CPU and memory usage on FreeBSD operating system using built-in utilities and third-party tools.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Contribute to FreeBSD Documentation This article explains how to contribute to FreeBSD documentation, providing insights into the tools, processes, and best practices for contributing to the project.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Install Python 3 and Manage Virtual Environments Learn how to install Python 3 and manage virtual environments on FreeBSD to streamline your development workflow.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Set Up Wi-Fi on a FreeBSD Laptop This guide explains how to configure Wi-Fi on a FreeBSD laptop, covering everything from identifying your wireless adapter to connecting to a wireless network.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Automating Jail Management with ezjail on FreeBSD Learn how to automate jail management with ezjail on FreeBSD, simplifying the creation, management, and maintenance of FreeBSD jails.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Tune Kernel Parameters Using `/etc/sysctl.conf` on FreeBSD Learn how to tune kernel parameters using /etc/sysctl.conf
on FreeBSD to optimize system performance, security, and behavior.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security Encrypt Disks with GELI How to Encrypt Disks with GELI on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Take and Restore ZFS Snapshots on FreeBSD How to effectively use ZFS snapshots on FreeBSD systems, including creation, management, scheduled snapshots, and various restoration techniques.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Enable IPv6 on a FreeBSD Server Learn how to enable and configure IPv6 on a FreeBSD server.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Build Software from the Ports Collection Learn how to use the Ports Collection to build and install software on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Schedule Tasks with `cron` and `crontab` This article explains how to use cron
and crontab
to schedule tasks on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on networking tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Partition Disks Using ZFS Learn how to partition disks using ZFS during the installation of FreeBSD, a powerful UNIX-like operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Fix Broken Package Dependencies Learn how to identify and fix broken package dependencies on FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Use FreeBSD as a Router with PF and NAT How to Use FreeBSD as a Router with PF and NAT
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources Navigating the World of FreeBSD Conferences and Events Learn how to navigate the world of FreeBSD conferences and events, from finding the right events to maximizing your experience.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming How to Contribute to the FreeBSD Ports Collection Learn how to contribute to the FreeBSD Ports Collection, a repository of third-party applications for FreeBSD systems. This guide covers setting up your environment, understanding port structure, creating new ports, testing, and submitting your contributions.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Run Windows Games via Steam/Proton on FreeBSD Learn how to run Windows games on FreeBSD using Steam and Proton compatibility layer. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up and configuring the necessary software to play Windows games on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Configure Jails with VNET Networking on FreeBSD Learn how to configure jails with VNET networking on FreeBSD for enhanced isolation and network flexibility.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Debug Kernel Panics with Crash Dumps on FreeBSD Learn how to debug kernel panics with crash dumps on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Create a Chroot Jail for Services Learn how to set up a chroot jail for a service on FreeBSD, ensuring secure access and isolation from the rest of the system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Set User/Group Disk Quotas How to Set User/Group Disk Quotas on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Configure Unbound as a Local DNS Resolver How to set up Unbound as a local DNS resolver on FreeBSD, a lightweight and high-performance DNS resolver.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Create a Local Package Repository with `pkg repo` How to set up a local package repository on FreeBSD using pkg repo
.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to View System Logs Using dmesg and /var/log/messages on FreeBSD Operating System Ths article provides step-by-step instructions on how to view system logs using dmesg and /var/log/messages on FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on security tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Configuring Wireless Networking Learn how to configure wireless networking during the installation of FreeBSD, including detecting your wireless device, setting up authentication, and ensuring persistent connections.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Analyze Kernel Crash Dumps with `kgdb` on FreeBSD This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to analyze kernel crash dumps using kgdb
on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Compile a Kernel with Custom Patches How to Compile a Kernel with Custom Patches on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources Participating in FreeBSD Development via GitHub Learn how to participate in FreeBSD development via GitHub, including setting up a local environment, contributing to the project, and accessing resources for collaboration.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Configure a Multi-Monitor Setup on FreeBSD Learn how to configure a multi-monitor setup on FreeBSD, covering hardware requirements, software configuration, Xorg setup, troubleshooting, and advanced configurations.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Cross-Compile Software for ARM on FreeBSD Learn how to cross-compile software for ARM architecture on FreeBSD operating system. This guide covers setting up a cross-compilation environment, configuring the build system, and deploying to an ARM-based target device.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Deploying Kubernetes on FreeBSD Learn how to deploy Kubernetes on FreeBSD, including challenges, workarounds, and step-by-step instructions for running a Kubernetes cluster on this Unix-like operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Recover Files from a Corrupted UFS Filesystem How to Recover Files from a Corrupted UFS Filesystem on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Scan for Rootkits with `rkhunter` This article explains how to install, configure, and use rkhunter
to detect potential rootkits on a FreeBSD system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Troubleshoot Network Issues Learn how to use tcpdump
to troubleshoot network issues on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Resolve Package Conflicts How to Resolve “Package Conflicts” During Installation on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on file system management tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Manage Services with `service` and `/etc/rc.conf` This article explains how to manage services on FreeBSD using the service
command and the /etc/rc.conf
file.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Install FreeBSD This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough for setting up FreeBSD on a Raspberry Pi 4 or 5, including preparation, installation, and post-installation steps.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Reset Misconfigured Network Settings Learn how to reset misconfigured network settings on FreeBSD to ensure seamless connectivity and optimal performance.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Set Up a Tor Relay/Node Learn how to set up a Tor relay/node on FreeBSD, a decentralized network designed to enhance online privacy and anonymity.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Use the FreeBSD Forums and IRC Channels Learn how to use the FreeBSD forums and IRC channels to seek help, share knowledge, and connect with other FreeBSD enthusiasts.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Install GNOME or XFCE on FreeBSD Learn how to install GNOME or XFCE on FreeBSD operating system. GNOME is a modern and feature-rich desktop environment, while XFCE is lightweight and efficient. Follow the steps to install and configure GNOME or XFCE on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Profiling Applications with `pmcstat` on FreeBSD Learn how to profile applications using pmcstat
on FreeBSD, including setup, usage, and interpreting results.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Add Custom Kernel Options to `GENERIC` on FreeBSD Learn how to add custom kernel options to the GENERIC
kernel in FreeBSD to optimize performance, enhance security, or enable hardware support.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Enable DTrace on FreeBSD Learn how to enable DTrace for dynamic system tracing on FreeBSD, including installing necessary components, configuring the system, and using basic DTrace commands.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers How to Migrate Jails Between Hosts How to Migrate Jails Between Hosts on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Enforce Password Complexity Policies How to enforce password complexity policies on FreeBSD operating system
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Mount NTFS Drives with ntfs-3g How to Mount NTFS Drives with ntfs-3g on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Bridge Two Network Interfaces on FreeBSD This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to bridge two network interfaces on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Uninstall Packages and Clean Dependencies How to properly uninstall packages and clean up dependencies on FreeBSD using both the traditional pkg
tool and the legacy Ports Collection.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Change the System Hostname This article will guide you through the process of changing the system hostname permanently on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on Kernel Configuration tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Text-Based Installer for Headless Setups This guide explains how to use the FreeBSD text-based installer for headless setups on FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Create a Custom FreeBSD Distribution How to Create a Custom FreeBSD Distribution on the FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Write and Submit a FreeBSD Port How to write and submit a FreeBSD port on the FreeBSD operating system
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Recover Files from a Damaged Disk on FreeBSD This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to recover files from a damaged disk on FreeBSD, covering both basic and advanced methods.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Create a FreeBSD Package with `pkg-create` Learn how to create custom FreeBSD packages using the pkg-create
utility, with practical examples and best practices.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Enable Touchpad Gestures on FreeBSD Learn how to enable touchpad gestures on FreeBSD, including two-finger scrolling, pinch-to-zoom, and three-finger swipes.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Compile a Kernel with Debugging Symbols on FreeBSD Learn how to compile a FreeBSD kernel with debugging symbols enabled to troubleshoot kernel-related issues effectively.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Limit CPU/RAM Usage for Jails on FreeBSD Learn how to limit CPU and RAM usage for jails on FreeBSD to ensure fair resource distribution and optimal system performance.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security Disabling Root Login via SSH How to disable root login via SSH on FreeBSD operating system
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Automate Backups with `rsync` Learn how to set up automated backups using rsync
on FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking Setting Up SSH Key-Based Authentication How to set up SSH key-based authentication on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Audit Packages for Vulnerabilities with `pkg audit` How to use pkg audit
to scan FreeBSD packages for vulnerabilities, interpret the results, and implement best practices to maintain a secure system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Set the Timezone Using `tzsetup` How to Set the Timezone Using tzsetup
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on Virtualization and Containers tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Enable Full-Disk Encryption with GELI During FreeBSD Installation How to Enable Full-Disk Encryption with GELI During FreeBSD Installation
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Find FreeBSD-Specific Tutorials and Blogs How to Find FreeBSD-Specific Tutorials and Blogs on the FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Integrating FreeBSD with AWS/Azure Cloud How to integrate FreeBSD with AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Restore a System from ZFS Snapshots on FreeBSD Learn how to restore a system from ZFS snapshots on FreeBSD, including key concepts, tools, and step-by-step procedures.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Installing Node.js and npm on FreeBSD Learn how to install Node.js and npm on FreeBSD using various methods, including the package manager, ports, binary distributions, and building from source.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Use FreeBSD as a Daily Driver Desktop Learn how to set up and use FreeBSD as a desktop operating system, covering installation, desktop environment configuration, software management, and tips for daily use.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Disable Unused Kernel Drivers for Security on FreeBSD Learn how to identify and disable unused kernel drivers on FreeBSD to enhance system security.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Mounting Filesystems Inside a Jail on FreeBSD Learn how to mount filesystems inside a jail on FreeBSD, including the steps, best practices, and potential pitfalls.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Enable TRIM for SSDs on ZFS in FreeBSD This article provides a step-by-step guide to enabling TRIM for SSDs on ZFS within FreeBSD environments.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Generate Self-Signed SSL Certificates How to Generate Self-Signed SSL Certificates on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Configure VLAN Tagging This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to configure VLAN tagging on FreeBSD systems.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Install GUI Applications on FreeBSD How to Install GUI Applications on FreeBSD (e.g., Firefox, VLC)
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on Development and Programming tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Recovering from a Corrupted Installation This guide will walk you through a comprehensive recovery process for a corrupted FreeBSD installation, covering various corruption scenarios and their remedies.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Monitor CPU/RAM Usage This article explains how to use the top
and htop
commands to monitor CPU and RAM usage on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Configure a Transparent HTTP Proxy on FreeBSD How to Configure a Transparent HTTP Proxy on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Donate to the FreeBSD Foundation Learn how to donate to the FreeBSD Foundation on FreeBSD Operating System.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Troubleshoot USB Device Detection on FreeBSD Learn how to troubleshoot USB device detection issues on FreeBSD, including common causes, step-by-step solutions, and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Configure Compositing for Desktop Effects This guide explains how to configure compositing for desktop effects on FreeBSD, enabling visual enhancements such as transparency, shadows, and animations.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Setting up LAMP/LEMP Stack on FreeBSD A comprehensive guide to setting up LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) and LEMP (Linux, Nginx, MySQL, PHP) stacks on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers How to Run a Linux VM Using `bhyve` on FreeBSD Operating System How to Run a Linux VM Using bhyve
on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Monitor Kernel Events with KTR on FreeBSD Learn how to monitor kernel events with Kernel Trace (KTR) on FreeBSD. KTR is a powerful tool for debugging and analyzing kernel behavior.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Configure Snort Learn how to configure Snort for intrusion detection on FreeBSD with this step-by-step guide.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management Setting Up RAID-Z with ZFS A comprehensive guide to setting up RAID-Z with ZFS on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Optimize Network Performance with `sysctl` Tuning How to optimize network performance with sysctl
tuning on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Lock Packages How to Lock Packages to Specific Versions on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on Desktop and GUI tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Integrity Verification with SHA256 Learn how to verify the integrity of the FreeBSD ISO using SHA256 on FreeBSD Operating System, ensuring you’re installing legitimate software.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Configure Static IP Addresses in `/etc/rc.conf` This article explains how to configure static IP addresses in FreeBSD using the /etc/rc.conf
file.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Become a FreeBSD Committer How to Become a FreeBSD Committer on the FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Fix a Read-Only Filesystem Error on FreeBSD Learn how to diagnose and fix a read-only filesystem error on FreeBSD, including filesystem corruption, hardware issues, and permissions problems.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Implement Diskless Booting on FreeBSD How to Implement Diskless Booting on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Set Up Bluetooth Support This article provides a step-by-step guide to setting up Bluetooth support on FreeBSD, ensuring that even users with limited experience can follow along.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Using Git for Version Control on FreeBSD Learn how to use Git for version control on FreeBSD, from installation to advanced techniques.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Create a Jail Template for Rapid Deployment How to create a jail template for rapid deployment on FreeBSD operating system
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Enable IPFW Firewall in the Kernel on FreeBSD Learn how to enable IPFW in the FreeBSD kernel, configure it, and set up basic firewall rules to secure your system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Check Filesystem Integrity with `fsck` Learn how to check the integrity of a FreeBSD filesystem using the fsck
command.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Enable Automatic Security Updates How to Enable Automatic Security Updates on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Set Up Static Routes on FreeBSD This article covers everything you need to know about configuring static routes on FreeBSD systems, from basic concepts to advanced configurations, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Search for Packages with `pkg search` Learn how to use the pkg search
command to find software packages on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Reset a Forgotten Root Password How to reset a forgotten root password on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on Troubleshooting and Recovery tasks and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Install FreeBSD on a Virtual Machine (VirtualBox/VMware) A step-by-step guide to installing FreeBSD as a guest operating system inside VirtualBox or VMware Workstation/Fusion while running FreeBSD as your host system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Install and Use LibreOffice This guide explains how to install and use LibreOffice on FreeBSD, a powerful open-source office suite.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Resolve "Disk Full" Errors on FreeBSD Learn how to resolve “disk full” errors on FreeBSD operating system by identifying the full filesystem, freeing up disk space, monitoring disk usage, and preventing future disk full errors.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Use `freebsd-questions` for Troubleshooting How to Use freebsd-questions
for Troubleshooting on the FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Use `poudriere` for Bulk Package Builds How to Use poudriere
for Bulk Package Builds on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming How to Write a System Daemon in C on FreeBSD Learn how to write a system daemon in C on FreeBSD, covering basic concepts, advanced implementation techniques, and best practices.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Configure Kernel-Level NAT on FreeBSD Learn how to configure kernel-level NAT on FreeBSD, enabling multiple devices to share a single public IP address.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers How to Use `iocage` for Jail Management Learn how to use iocage
for jail management on FreeBSD, including installation, basic commands, advanced configurations, and best practices.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Mount Network Shares (NFS/SMB) How to Mount Network Shares (NFS/SMB) on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Use `portsnap` for Secure Ports Updates How to Use portsnap
for Secure Ports Updates on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Use `pfctl` to Manage Firewall Rules This article explains how to use the pfctl
command to manage firewall rules on FreeBSD, including enabling, disabling, and modifying rules.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Reinstall a Corrupted Package How to diagnose and reinstall corrupted packages on FreeBSD operating system
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Check Disk Space This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to use the df
and du
commands to check disk space on a FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on Advanced FreeBSD Topics and best practices for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Configure RAID1 (Mirroring) with ZFS This guide walks you through the process of configuring RAID1 (mirroring) with ZFS on FreeBSD, from planning and preparation to verification and maintenance.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Access Historical FreeBSD Source Code How to Access Historical FreeBSD Source Code on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Enable Screen Sharing via VNC/RDP How to Enable Screen Sharing via VNC/RDP on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Optimize ZFS for Large-Scale Storage This article provides a detailed guide on how to optimize ZFS for large-scale storage on FreeBSD, covering hardware considerations, ZFS pool configuration, tuning parameters, and maintenance best practices.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Repair a Corrupted Package Database on FreeBSD Learn how to repair a corrupted package database on FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming How to Package Software for pkg Using poudriere on FreeBSD Learn how to use poudriere to build custom packages for FreeBSD’s pkg package manager.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Assign Dedicated IP Addresses to Jails on FreeBSD Learn how to assign dedicated IP addresses to jails on FreeBSD, including configuring the host system, creating a jail, and setting up networking.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Enable Asynchronous I/O (AIO) Support on FreeBSD Learn how to enable and configure Asynchronous I/O (AIO) support on FreeBSD, a powerful feature that allows applications to perform I/O operations without blocking the execution of the program.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Encrypt a ZFS Dataset How to Encrypt a ZFS Dataset on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Restrict Sudo Access by Command How to Restrict Sudo Access by Command on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Configure NAT (Network Address Translation) How to Configure NAT (Network Address Translation) on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to List Installed Packages with `pkg info` How to List Installed Packages with pkg info
on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management Manage Kernel Modules with `kldload` and `kldstat` How to Manage Kernel Modules with kldload
and kldstat
on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources Learn how to manage your FreeBSD system with this step-by-step guide on Community and Resources for FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Set Up a Minimal FreeBSD Server (No GUI) This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to set up a minimal FreeBSD server without a graphical user interface (GUI).
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Follow FreeBSD Release Cycles How to Follow FreeBSD Release Cycles on the FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Recover from a Failed Kernel Update on FreeBSD Operating System This article provides a detailed guide on how to recover from a failed kernel update on FreeBSD, including steps to boot into a known-good kernel, diagnose issues, and reattempt the update.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Set Up a Distributed Filesystem (e.g., GlusterFS) on FreeBSD This article explains how to set up a distributed filesystem (e.g., GlusterFS) on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Troubleshoot GPU Driver Issues This article provides a step-by-step guide to troubleshooting GPU driver issues on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Integrating CI/CD Pipelines with FreeBSD Learn how to integrate CI/CD pipelines with FreeBSD systems, covering everything from the fundamentals to advanced implementation strategies.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Snapshot and Clone Jails on FreeBSD How to Snapshot and Clone Jails on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Defragment a UFS Filesystem Learn how to defragment a UFS filesystem on FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Monitor Login Attempts with `fail2ban` How to Monitor Login Attempts with fail2ban
on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Monitor Bandwidth Usage with iftop on FreeBSD This article explains how to install, configure, and use iftop on FreeBSD to monitor bandwidth usage effectively.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Enable the "Latest" Package Repository Branch How to Enable the “Latest” Package Repository Branch on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Set Up a Swap Partition or File How to set up a swap partition or file on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Customize the Installer with Advanced Partitioning This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to customize the FreeBSD installer with advanced partitioning options
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Patch the Kernel with Custom Code on FreeBSD Learn how to patch the FreeBSD kernel with custom code to add new features, fix bugs, or optimize performance.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Customize the Xorg Configuration How to customize the Xorg configuration on FreeBSD operating system
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Debug Service Startup Failures on FreeBSD Operating System FreeBSD is a powerful, open-source Unix-like operating system known for its robustness, scalability, and advanced networking capabilities.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Use `svn` to Track FreeBSD Source Changes How to Use svn
to Track FreeBSD Source Changes on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Use FreeBSD for Penetration Testing Learn how to set up FreeBSD for penetration testing, install essential security tools, and utilize its powerful networking capabilities to conduct security assessments effectively.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming How to Use DTrace for Application Tracing on FreeBSD This guide explains how to use DTrace for application tracing on FreeBSD, including basic DTrace commands, application tracing techniques, creating DTrace scripts, performance considerations, and advanced features.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Enable POSIX Compatibility Layers on FreeBSD Learn how to enable POSIX compatibility layers on FreeBSD to ensure greater compatibility with a wide range of applications.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Run GUI Applications in a Jail on FreeBSD How to Run GUI Applications in a Jail on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Enable Firewall Logging with PF How to Enable Firewall Logging with PF on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Use `dump` and `restore` for Backups How to Use dump
and restore
for Backups on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Set Up a VPN Server Using OpenVPN This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to set up a VPN server using OpenVPN on FreeBSD, a popular Unix-like operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Use `portmaster` to Manage Ports How to Use portmaster
to Manage Ports on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Use `sysctl` to Tune Kernel Parameters This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to use sysctl
to tune kernel parameters on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Troubleshoot "No Bootable Device" Errors How to Troubleshoot “No Bootable Device” Errors on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Build a Custom Live CD with `mfsBSD` Learn how to create a custom Live CD for FreeBSD using the mfsBSD
tool.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Install and Configure a Display Manager Learn how to install and configure a display manager (e.g., SDDM) on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Join a FreeBSD User Group (FUG) How to Join a FreeBSD User Group (FUG) on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Restore Deleted System Files on FreeBSD Operating System This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to restore deleted system files on FreeBSD, ensuring minimal downtime and data loss.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming How to Compile Linux Software on FreeBSD Learn how to compile Linux software on FreeBSD using the Linux compatibility layer and alternative methods.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Isolating Jails with Capsicum on FreeBSD Learn how to isolate jails using Capsicum on FreeBSD, a capability-based security framework that enhances the security of FreeBSD jails.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Using `kgdb` for Kernel Debugging on FreeBSD Learn how to use kgdb
for kernel debugging on FreeBSD, including enabling kernel debugging, capturing crash dumps, and analyzing kernel core dumps.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Configure Auto-Mounting with `fstab` How to Configure Auto-Mounting with fstab
on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Set Up a Honeypot with FreeBSD This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to set up a honeypot with FreeBSD, a popular Unix-like operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Block IP Addresses with PF Learn how to block IP addresses using PF on FreeBSD, a powerful and versatile operating system known for its robustness, security, and performance.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Install Precompiled Packages vs Compiling from Source How to Install Precompiled Packages vs Compiling from Source on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Shut Down or Reboot How to safely shut down or reboot a FreeBSD system gracefully, ensuring data integrity and system stability
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Install FreeBSD Alongside Linux (e.g., Ubuntu) on FreeBSD Operating System How to Install FreeBSD Alongside Linux (e.g., Ubuntu) on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Fix "Device Busy" Errors During Unmounting on FreeBSD This article explores various methods to diagnose and resolve “device busy” errors on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Implement Full-Stack Monitoring with Prometheus/Grafana How to Implement Full-Stack Monitoring with Prometheus/Grafana on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Use Wine for Running Windows Applications on FreeBSD Learn how to use Wine for running Windows applications on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Write a FreeBSD-Themed Blog Post or Article How to write a FreeBSD-themed blog post or article on the FreeBSD operating system
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Configure Shared Storage for Jails Learn how to configure shared storage for jails on FreeBSD, allowing you to share data between multiple jail instances efficiently and securely.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Audit File Integrity with `Tripwire` This article explains how to audit file integrity using Tripwire on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Recover a Deleted ZFS Pool How to Recover a Deleted ZFS Pool on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Troubleshoot "Missing Dependencies" Errors How to Troubleshoot “Missing Dependencies” Errors on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Enable or Disable IPv6 on FreeBSD Learn how to enable or disable IPv6 on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Enable SSH Access How to Enable SSH Access During the First Boot on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Configure a Network Bridge for Jails How to Configure a Network Bridge for Jails on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Install Ruby and Rails on FreeBSD Learn how to install Ruby and Rails on a FreeBSD operating system. This guide covers the steps to set up the environment, install Ruby and Rails, and verify the installation.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Adjust Kernel Scheduler Settings on FreeBSD Learn how to adjust kernel scheduler settings on FreeBSD, including switching schedulers, tuning parameters, and monitoring performance.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Configure a Mail Server (Postfix/Dovecot) How to Configure a Mail Server (Postfix/Dovecot) on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Enable HiDPI Display Scaling This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to enable HiDPI display scaling on FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Mentor or Get Mentored in FreeBSD Development Learn how to become a mentor, find a mentor, and best practices for effective mentorship within the FreeBSD development community.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Troubleshoot DNS Resolution Issues on FreeBSD Operating System This guide provides a step-by-step approach to diagnosing and resolving DNS issues on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Debug Kernel Modules on FreeBSD A comprehensive guide on how to debug kernel modules on FreeBSD, covering tools, techniques, and best practices.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Automate VM Creation with `vm-bhyve` on FreeBSD Learn how to automate VM creation with vm-bhyve
on FreeBSD, including setting up the environment, configuring vm-bhyve
, and creating automation scripts.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Enable TCP Offloading on FreeBSD Learn how to enable TCP offloading on FreeBSD to improve network performance by offloading certain tasks from the CPU to the network interface card (NIC).
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Benchmark Disk Performance How to Benchmark Disk Performance on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Disable USB Ports for Security on FreeBSD How to Disable USB Ports for Security on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Enable MAC Address Filtering This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to enable MAC address filtering on a FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Install 32-bit Compatibility Libraries How to Install 32-bit Compatibility Libraries on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management Configure NTP How to Configure NTP for Time Synchronization on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Use the FreeBSD Installer in Non-Interactive Mode Learn how to use the FreeBSD installer in non-interactive mode for streamlined deployments.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Deploy a FreeBSD-Based VPN Gateway Learn how to set up a FreeBSD-based VPN gateway using OpenVPN and IPsec.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Recover a Lost Root Filesystem This guide provides a step-by-step approach to recover a lost root filesystem on FreeBSD, including using fsck, booting into single-user mode, and restoring from backups.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Translate FreeBSD Documentation into Other Languages How to Translate FreeBSD Documentation into Other Languages on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Setting Up Printer Support with CUPS on FreeBSD A comprehensive guide to setting up printer support with CUPS on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming How to Use the `ports` Tree to Patch Software Learn how to use the FreeBSD ports
tree to patch software on the FreeBSD operating system. This guide covers the basics of the Ports Collection, locating and applying patches, and rebuilding and installing patched software.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Bridging Jails to the Host Network on FreeBSD Learn how to bridge jails to the host network on FreeBSD, allowing seamless communication between the jail and the external world.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Enable Compression on ZFS How to Enable Compression on ZFS on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Set Up a TFTP Server This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to set up a TFTP server on FreeBSD, a popular Unix-like operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management Exclude Packages from Updates on FreeBSD Learn how to exclude packages from updates on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Create and Manage Groups This guide provides a comprehensive overview of user and group management on FreeBSD systems, covering everything from basic concepts to advanced techniques.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Install FreeBSD on a USB Drive for Portable Use Learn how to install FreeBSD on a USB drive for portable use on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Configure Kernel Secure Levels
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Disable IPv4 or IPv6 in the Kernel on FreeBSD Learn how to disable IPv4 or IPv6 at the kernel level on a FreeBSD system by modifying kernel configurations and recompiling the kernel.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Automating GUI Application Installations Guides on automating GUI application installations on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Reset a Misconfigured Firewall This guide provides step-by-step instructions on resetting a misconfigured firewall on FreeBSD, covering different firewall types and recovery methods.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics How to Use `bsdinstall` for Automated Deployments How to Use bsdinstall
for Automated Deployments on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Use the FreeBSD Wiki for Collaborative Editing How to Use the FreeBSD Wiki for Collaborative Editing on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming How to Write a Custom `rc.d` Startup Script on FreeBSD Operating System Learn how to write a custom rc.d
startup script on FreeBSD operating system. This guide covers the basics of the rc.d
system, the structure of an rc.d
script, and provides a step-by-step guide to creating your own script.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Configure Kernel Memory Limits on FreeBSD Learn how to configure kernel memory limits on FreeBSD to ensure system stability and optimal performance.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Run Windows in `bhyve` on FreeBSD Learn how to run Windows in bhyve
on FreeBSD, a powerful Unix-like operating system known for its advanced networking, performance, and security features.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Split a ZFS Mirror How to Split a ZFS Mirror on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Use `netcat` for Network Debugging Learn how to use netcat
for network debugging on the FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Configuring a Static IP Learn how to configure a static IP address during FreeBSD installation.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Encrypt Home Directories Learn how to encrypt home directories on FreeBSD, a Unix-like operating system, to protect user data from unauthorized access.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Use `pkg-provides` to Find Which Package Owns a File How to Use pkg-provides
to Find Which Package Owns a File on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Check Hardware Details This guide provides an overview of how to use the pciconf
and usbconfig
utilities to check hardware details on FreeBSD systems.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Creating a Custom Kernel for Embedded Systems Learn how to create a custom kernel for embedded systems on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Diagnose Kernel Module Conflicts on FreeBSD This article provides a comprehensive guide on identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving kernel module conflicts on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Set Up a FreeBSD Mirror Server How to set up a FreeBSD mirror server on FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming How to Build and Distribute a FreeBSD Port Learn how to create, build, and distribute a FreeBSD port on the FreeBSD operating system. This guide covers the steps involved in creating a new port, building the port, packaging it, and submitting it to the FreeBSD Ports Collection.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Troubleshoot Jail Startup Errors on FreeBSD Learn how to troubleshoot jail startup errors on FreeBSD, including common issues, diagnostic techniques, and step-by-step solutions.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Use `auditd` How to Use auditd
for System Auditing on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Use `gpart` Learn how to use gpart
to manage partitions on FreeBSD with this step-by-step guide.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Configure Link Aggregation (LACP) This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to configure Link Aggregation (LACP) on a FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Set Up a Poudriere Build Server How to Set Up a Poudriere Build Server for Custom Packages on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Set File Permissions with `chmod` and `chown` This article provides a detailed guide on how to set file permissions and ownership using the chmod
and chown
commands on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup BIOS vs UEFI Installation on FreeBSD A comprehensive guide to installing FreeBSD on both BIOS and UEFI systems, with a focus on the differences between the two methods and their advantages and disadvantages.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Power Management Configuration for Laptops Learn how to configure power management for laptops running FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Enable Filesystem ACL Support on FreeBSD Learn how to enable and use Access Control Lists (ACLs) on FreeBSD to manage file permissions more effectively.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Benchmarking Network Throughput with iperf on FreeBSD How to benchmark network throughput with iperf on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Participate in FreeBSD Testing (e.g., -CURRENT) How to Participate in FreeBSD Testing (e.g., -CURRENT) on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Repair a Broken `/etc/rc.conf` This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to troubleshoot and repair a broken /etc/rc.conf
file on FreeBSD, including common issues, repair methods, and preventive measures.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Use Virtual Desktops with tmux/byobu on FreeBSD This article provides a comprehensive guide to setting up and using virtual desktops with tmux and byobu on FreeBSD systems.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Using Valgrind for Memory Leak Detection on FreeBSD Learn how to use Valgrind for memory leak detection on FreeBSD, a powerful tool for detecting memory leaks, memory corruption, and other memory-related issues in programs.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers How to Use `nullfs` Learn how to use nullfs
for jail filesystem sharing on FreeBSD operating system. nullfs
is a filesystem layer in FreeBSD that allows you to share filesystems between the host system and jails, or even between multiple jails.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Create a RAM Disk on FreeBSD Learn how to create a RAM disk on FreeBSD, a powerful and versatile Unix-like operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Restrict Cron Jobs to Specific Users How to restrict cron jobs to specific users on FreeBSD operating system
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Set Up a PPTP VPN (Legacy) This guide provides a step-by-step guide on how to set up a PPTP VPN (Legacy) on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Install Development Tools (GCC, CMake, etc.) on FreeBSD Operating System Learn how to install essential development tools such as GCC, CMake, and other utilities on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Archive Files with `tar` and `gzip` on FreeBSD Operating System This blog post covers how to archive files using tar
and compress them with gzip
on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Installing FreeBSD Learn how to install FreeBSD on legacy systems using the traditional Master Boot Record (MBR) partitioning scheme.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Audit Kernel Security with `kldstat` on FreeBSD Learn how to audit kernel security with kldstat
on FreeBSD to detect unauthorized kernel modules and ensure system integrity.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Enable Screen Locking on FreeBSD How to Enable Screen Locking on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Find FreeBSD-Related Podcasts and Videos How to Find FreeBSD-Related Podcasts and Videos on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery How to Fix Boot-Time Kernel Panics This guide provides a systematic approach to diagnosing and resolving boot-time kernel panics in FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Integrating FreeBSD with LDAP and Active Directory This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to integrate FreeBSD with LDAP and Active Directory for user authentication and management.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Set Up a PHP Development Environment on FreeBSD Learn how to set up a PHP development environment on FreeBSD, including installing Nginx, PHP, and MySQL.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Compile a Minimal Custom Kernel on FreeBSD Learn how to compile a minimal custom kernel on FreeBSD, tailored to your specific hardware and requirements.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Secure Jails with Mandatory Access Control (MAC) on FreeBSD Learn how to secure FreeBSD jails with Mandatory Access Control (MAC) to enhance isolation and access control.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Configure AppArmor/SELinux Equivalents How to Configure AppArmor/SELinux Equivalents on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Export/Import ZFS Pools How to Export/Import ZFS Pools on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Enable QoS (Quality of Service) with PF This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to enable QoS (Quality of Service) using PF (Packet Filter) on FreeBSD, a powerful and versatile open-source operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Use tmux or screen for Terminal Multiplexing on FreeBSD This article explains how to use tmux or screen for terminal multiplexing on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Mastering System Recovery This article will guide you through mastering system recovery using the FreeBSD Live CD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Manage Python, Ruby, and Node.js Modules via `pkg` on FreeBSD How to Manage Python, Ruby, and Node.js Modules via pkg
on FreeBSD
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Building a CI/CD Pipeline for FreeBSD Ports This article provides a step-by-step guide to creating a robust CI/CD pipeline for FreeBSD ports.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources How to Contribute to FreeBSD Security Advisories How to Contribute to FreeBSD Security Advisories on the FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI Optimizing FreeBSD for Low-Latency Audio Processing Guides on optimizing FreeBSD for low-latency audio processing
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Recovering from rm -rf / A comprehensive guide for FreeBSD users on recovering from the catastrophic command rm -rf /.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming How to Compile Go Programs This guide explains how to compile Go programs on FreeBSD, including setting up the Go environment, writing a simple Go program, and compiling Go programs using the go build
command.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Enable Hardware Virtualization Support on FreeBSD Learn how to enable hardware virtualization support (VT-x/AMD-V) on FreeBSD to improve virtual machine performance and resource utilization.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers Monitor Jail Resource Usage on FreeBSD Learn how to monitor jail resource usage on FreeBSD operating system using built-in tools and third-party utilities.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Enable Disk Encryption at Rest How to Enable Disk Encryption at Rest on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Set Up a USB Drive as a Bootable Backup How to Set Up a USB Drive as a Bootable Backup on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Test Port Connectivity with telnet or nc This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to use telnet
and nc
to test port connectivity on the FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Configure Proxy Settings for `pkg` Downloads How to configure proxy settings for pkg
downloads on FreeBSD operating system
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Configure Locale Settings How to Configure Locale Settings on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup Maximizing SSD Performance with TRIM Support Learn how to maximize the performance of SSDs with TRIM support in FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Desktop and GUI How to Troubleshoot GUI Freezes and Crashes How to Troubleshoot GUI Freezes and Crashes on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Advanced FreeBSD Topics Mastering Jail Configuration This article explains how to use the ‘jail.conf’ file to configure jails in FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Troubleshooting and Recovery Repairing UFS Filesystems with fsck_ffs on FreeBSD A comprehensive guide to using fsck_ffs for repairing UFS filesystems on FreeBSD, including usage scenarios and best practices.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Community and Resources Staying Updated with FreeBSD News How to stay updated with FreeBSD news via RSS/Atom feeds
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Development and Programming Automate Builds with `make` and `CMake` on FreeBSD This article provides a detailed guide on how to use make
and CMake
to automate builds on the FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Virtualization and Containers How to Delete a Jail and Clean Up Resources How to delete a jail and clean up its associated resources on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Kernel Configuration Reset Kernel Settings to Defaults on FreeBSD Learn how to reset kernel settings to their defaults on FreeBSD systems, including loader, sysctl, and rc configurations.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD File System Management How to Monitor Disk Health with SMART Tools In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of monitoring disk health using SMART tools on FreeBSD.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Security How to Perform a Security Compliance Check How to Perform a Security Compliance Check on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Networking How to Configure a GRE Tunnel This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to configure a GRE tunnel on a FreeBSD operating system.
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Package Management How to Clean the Package Cache with `pkg clean` How to Clean the Package Cache with pkg clean
on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD System Management How to Back Up Critical System Files How to Back Up Critical System Files on FreeBSD Operating System
Docs How-tos FreeBSD Installation and Setup How to Install FreeBSD on a NAS Device This article will guide you through the process of installing FreeBSD on a NAS device.
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