disk-management

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March 25, 2026·Tech

The Janitor of Logs: Mastering logrotate

Stop the disk overflow. Master 'logrotate', the automated cleanup tool for Linux logs. Learn to set up rotation schedules, compress old records to save space, and implement retention policies for compliance. Understand why 'copytruncate' is a lifesaver.

March 16, 2026·Tech

The Skeleton of the Disk: Partitioning, MBR, and GPT

Before you can store data, you must build the foundation. Master the architecture of Linux partitions. Understand the differences between the classic MBR and the modern GPT formats. Learn to use 'fdisk', 'gdisk', and 'parted' to prepare your disks.