Nicholas Xuan Nguyen

I am a Linux Systems Administrator and Technical Writer. I am a Linux enthusiast and a pro at Internet Research. I use Linux as my primary OS, which is why I'm so in love with it. I love the fact that I can work my own hours and still feel productive because of how flexible Linux's toolset is compared to most other operating systems.

How to Install Homebrew on macOS

Learn how to use package management from the command-line and install Homebrew on macOS to easily install packages!
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Practical Linux & Unix Tee Commands for the Linux Admin

Learn the many practical uses for the Linux & Unix Tee command that can save a Linux Administrator time and energy!
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Unleash Your macOS Terminal Power in This iTerm Tutorial

Learn how to up your command-line console game with this in-depth tutorial on using the macOS iTerm console application!
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Getting Started with Amazon S3 Inventory

Learn how to find and retrieve an overview of all your Amazon S3 data with the Amazon S3 Inventory tool in this ATA Learning tutorial!
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How to Use Virsh and Manage Linux KVM

Learn how to use the command-line tool virsh and take your Linux KVM management to the next level in this ATA Learning tutorial!
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How to Install VirtualBox on Windows 10

Learn how to install VirtualBox on Windows 10 and take advantage of all the virtualization features that VirtalBox offers!
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How to Secure Your Database The Right Way via PostgreSQL SSL

Learn the ins-and-outs of securing your database to protect information in transit via PostgreSQL SSL in this ATA Learning tutorial!
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Getting Started With Microsoft SQL Server Standard Edition

Learn how to get started with databases via the Microsoft SQL Server Standard Edition in this tutorial from ATA Learning!
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How to Create a AWS RDS Snapshot

In this ATA Learning tutorial learn how to create an AWS RDS snapshot to use an alternative backup for your database!
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Comprehensive Guide to Install Deb Packages on Ubuntu

Learn all the ways to install deb packages on Ubuntu, fix problems, and save your sanity with this comprehensive guide!
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Useful Linux Dig Examples for the Network Admin

Learn a number of useful Linux Dig tutorials for the IT network administrator to solve a variety of real-world problems!
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Discover How to Use and Manage Azure Portal

Discover the ins-and-outs to use and manage the Azure Portal and take control of your Microsoft Azure resources!
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Getting Started with Docker Rancher Desktop

Learn how to get started with the Docker Desktop alternative, Docker Rancher Desktop in this ATA Learning tutorial!
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How to Get Started with Azure Data Studio

Learn how to get started with Azure Data Studio and discover your data’s secrets and insights in this ATA Learning tutorial!
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How and Why to Use Linux to Install Telnet

Learn the how and why behind using Linux to install telnet and when this older technology may still become useful!
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How to Install Metasploit on Ubuntu

Learning to install Metasploit on Ubuntu isn’t just for malicious actors, learn why in this tutorial on getting started with Metasploit!
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Learn Everything About PowerShell Start-Transcript

Save your code, and your sessions, by learning everything you need to know about the PowerShell Start-Transcript command!
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Getting Started With SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)

Get started with the powerful tool for managing MS SQL servers and learn SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) capabilities today!
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Getting Started With Mysql Workbench on Ubuntu Linux

Learn how to get started with and use MySQL Workbench on Ubuntu Linux for connecting to MySQL databases in this ATA Learning tutorial!
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Learning Bash File Test Operators With Examples

Learn how to use a Bash file test to make sure that your code and scripts execute the way you need, every time!
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