Bits, Bytes, & Radio Waves

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Technology

  • Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS)

    I wanted to begin with the Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS) which is currently at version 3.0. The standard can be referenced below as well as at http://refspecs.linuxfoundation.org/fhs.shtml. Filesystem Hierarchy Standard 3.0 When I first began using Linux, I realized that all the files and directories were arranged in a particular way. I wondered why Linux…

  • CompTIA Linux+

    I am starting my journey to become CompTIA Linux+ certified! Technically, I started on February 1, but am just now writing this. I have always been curious about Linux and dabbled here and there; I just have never dived in deep enough to be proficient. I want to change that. As an end user, I…

  • Benefits of Switch Stacking and Chassis Aggregation

    Switch stacking, known as Cisco StackWise on Cisco products, is a technology that connects multiple switches into one logical switch. By using stacking technology you get a decrease in administrative overhead and less blocked ports from Spanning-tree Protocol (STP). You can add switches to gain port density and you can add them over time. This…