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 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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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 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 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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Install Oh My Zsh on Ubuntu For a Next Level Command-Line

Learn how to install Oh My Zsh on Ubuntu and take your command-line to the next level in this ATA Learning tutorial!
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Getting Started With and Installing Slack for Linux

Learn the ins-and-outs of Slack for Linux in this getting started with and installation guide by ATA Learning!
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Take Control of VMs and Install VirtualBox on Ubuntu 20.04

Learn to manage and control VMs for testing and development with VirtualBox on Ubuntu 20.04 in this ATA Learning tutorial!
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All the Ways to Check If a Port is Open in Linux

Learn all the ways to check if a port is open in Linux and when you would use the various methods and techniques!
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Get an IP Address on Linux : Discover the Many Ways

Discover the many ways and tools that are available to get an IP address in Linux and learn how to incorporate those tools into scripts!
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Go Behind The Scenes with a Postman Install and How-To Guide

Learn how to perform a Postman install on Windows & Linux in this how-to guide for API management in this ATA Learning tutorial!
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How to Install KVM on Ubuntu Linux

Learn how to use Ubuntu and Install KVM for kernel-based virtualization as an alternative to solutions such as VMware!
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How to Get Started and Install Wine for Ubuntu

Learn how to get started and install Wine for Ubuntu in this focused tutorial on helping your users leverage Windows applications in Linux!
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