Run Linux on iPad Pro: UTM VM Beats Native Boot
UTM virtualizes ARM64 Linux on iPad Pro M1 and newer with real performance. Native boot is blocked by Apple’s signed bootchain; this is the working path today.
Tag: Linux development
Run Linux on Pixelbook Go: Crostini vs Native Mode
Crostini gives you Debian in a container; native Linux requires developer mode and voids warranty. Learn which path fits your workflow and what actually works.
Compile Kernel for ARM eBPF: My Proven Method
I start with a simple promise: my approach to compile kernel for ARM eBPF removes guesswork and fits tight devices. I write from hands-on runs: I build the artifacts my build needs — config, headers, vmlinux, and BTF when available. I explain why the process centers on matching the target kernel, not the CPU. I […]
Five Controls for Secure Linux App Deployment
Master the five load-bearing controls that stop most attacks: non-root user, key-only SSH, default-deny firewall, reverse proxy, and scheduled patching.
Writing a Daemon in C: The Double-Fork Explained
Master daemon creation in C with the double-fork and setsid technique. Verify detachment with ps and strace to ensure your service survives logout.
PostgreSQL vs MySQL: Pick the Right Linux Database
PostgreSQL leads for debuggability and correctness, MySQL for ecosystem scale, SQLite for single-process apps. Choose based on workload, not rankings.