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97 guides for “tools” · Clear searchVibe coding: build websites and apps with no code on a VPS
Describe what you want in plain English and let AI build it, run it, and put it online — all on a server you own. Here's how vibe coding on a VPS works.
MX records and email deliverability: SPF, DKIM and DMARC
Getting email to the inbox is about DNS, not luck. Here's how MX records route your mail and how SPF, DKIM and DMARC keep it out of the spam folder.
How to monitor server resources on Linux
Know what your VPS is doing. Learn the essential commands for CPU, memory, disk and network, plus lightweight tools to watch usage over time.
Diagnosing 'connection refused' errors
'Connection refused' is one of the most misread errors in networking. Here's what it actually means, how it differs from a timeout, and a step-by-step fix.
How to point a domain at your VPS
Bought a domain and spun up a server? The last step is connecting them. Here's exactly how to point a domain at your VPS with A records — and verify it worked.
Why Host Your Game Server on a VPS?
Home PC, game panel, or VPS? Here's why a VPS is the sweet spot for most game servers — control, reliability and value — and when it isn't.
Common ports every developer should know (22, 80, 443, 3306…)
You don't need to memorise all 65,535 ports — just the ones that come up daily. Here's the working developer's reference to the ports you'll actually use.
How to generate a strong password (and why length beats complexity)
Forget swapping letters for symbols. The single biggest factor in password strength is length. Here's how to generate passwords attackers can't crack.
Subnetting made simple: CIDR, netmasks, and host counts
CIDR and subnet masks stop being scary once you see the pattern. Here's a clear, math-light guide to /24s, netmasks, host counts and splitting a network.
Reading HTTP response headers: a practical guide
Response headers reveal how a site is served, cached and secured. Here's a practical tour of the headers that matter — and what to check when something's off.
Rust Server Admin Commands and Wipe Management
Run your Rust server like a pro. The essential RCON and console commands for admin, moderation and scheduling map wipes players actually turn up for.
How to check an SSL certificate's expiry and validity
An expired certificate breaks your site instantly. Learn how to check a certificate's expiry, chain and validity from the browser, the command line, and online.
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