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Creating a Seamless Windows VM Experience on Arch Linux with GPU Passthrough Virtualization on Linux has become incredibly powerful, allowing users to run a Windows virtual machine (VM) with near-native performance using GPU passthrough. This guide will walk you through setting up an Arch Linux environment with libvirt, configuring a Windows 11 VM, and optimizing it with GPU passthrough for a seamless experience. For optimal results, this setup utilizes two GPUs, which offers a smoother user experience by dedicating one GPU to the host and another to the VM. Key Components ...

What is DHCP? Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network management protocol used to automatically assign IP addresses, subnet masks, DNS servers, and other network configurations to devices. Instead of manually entering this information for each device, DHCP takes care of it for all devices on the network, streamlining network administration. What You Will Need Two domain-connected Windows servers (I’m using Windows Server 2022, but you can use any supported version). The DHCP server role installed on each server. What to Do Set Up a Scope on the Primary DHCP Server: ...

What is Spanning Tree Protocol Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is an OSI model Layer 2 protocol used to prevent broadcast storms. Every switch has STP enabled by default, so in a small network, you won’t have to configure anything—it will just work automatically. What is a Broadcast Storm A broadcast is like speaking to a crowd of people using a microphone so everyone can hear you. In a computer network, it works similarly, allowing a frame to be sent to every device on that VLAN. ...

How to Set-Up-and-Sharing-Network-Drives-Using-Group-Policy Setting up and sharing a network drive can streamline access to resources within your organization, making file sharing more efficient and secure. Whether you’re a small business or a large enterprise, leveraging Group Policy in Windows allows you to manage these shared drives centrally. This guide will walk you through the process step-by-step. Step 1: Create a Shared Folder The first step is to create a folder on your file server that will be shared among users. You can name this folder based on its purpose, such as “MarketingShare” or “ITDocuments”. Here’s how you can do it: ...

What is Wazuh? Wazuh is an open-source security monitoring platform designed for threat detection, intrusion detection, vulnerability detection, and security information and event management (SIEM). Why You Need a SIEM in Your Homelab or Company A SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) system is essential for centralizing security monitoring, achieving rapid threat detection, and automating incident responses. SIEMs excel in log management for compliance and forensic analysis. They can be customized to meet your specific needs, bolstering your security posture and keeping you ahead of evolving threats. Investing in a SIEM is a proactive step towards a more resilient cybersecurity strategy. ...