Category Archives: Misc

16 October, 2026

Legacy Protocols Must Die: FTP, Telnet, HTTP, and Their Secure Replacements

Replace legacy protocols like FTP, Telnet, and HTTP with secure alternatives. Get the exact configs for FortiGate, Linux, and macOS to harden your network.

19 June, 2026

The Most Common USB Plugs and Their Names: A Practitioner’s Field Guide

Identify USB plug types and names for Type-A, B, Mini, Micro, and C. Learn real-world speeds and use cases to pick the right cable...

19 June, 2026

Know Your Plugs: A Practitioner’s Guide to Common AC Connectors

Identify NEMA and IEC AC connectors for safe power setups. Learn plug ratings, use cases, and limitations to prevent rack outages and equipment damage.

4 February, 2026

Installing EVE-NG on ProxMox

Learn how to install EVE-NG on Proxmox with nested virtualization. Configure CPU host mode, enable KVM nesting, and complete the initial EVE-NG setup for...

1 January, 2026

Sublime Text Cheat Sheet

Master Sublime Text with this cheat sheet. Learn keyboard shortcuts, regex tricks, and how to create FortiOS config snippets for faster firewall management.

4 October, 2020

Nest – No Power to RH or RC wire detected

Fix the Nest no power to RH wire error by clearing a clogged AC condensate drain line. Save money on HVAC service calls with...

24 January, 2020

Adding Sites to Your Safari Top Site Page

Learn how to add sites to Safari Top Sites. Pin your favorite URLs to the new tab page for quick access on macOS. No...

20 September, 2019

Using Dynamic Address Lists in Fortigate Firewalls using 6.2.+

Learn to configure FortiGate dynamic address lists in 6.2. Pull IPs from a web server via Fabric Connectors and apply them in firewall policies.

19 September, 2019

Installing Tor on Ubuntu 19.04 and Windows 10

Install Tor on Ubuntu 19.04 and Windows 10 using apt-get and the official installer. Get step-by-step commands to launch the Tor Browser and verify...

24 May, 2019

Using Hazel In My Daily Workflow

Configure Hazel macOS automation to rename, tag, and move PDF bills. Learn to use triggers, custom fields, and AppleScript for daily workflow efficiency.

22 May, 2019

Fortigate DHCP and Microsoft Dynamic DNS

Configure Fortigate DHCP to update Microsoft DNS records. Set Windows Server dynamic updates, client TCP/IPv4 properties, and GPO settings for automatic registration.

21 May, 2019

Administering the Fortigate Firewall with LDAP Credentials

Configure Fortigate LDAP admin authentication using Active Directory. Learn to create remote user groups and bind admin accounts for centralized management.

18 May, 2019

Best Practice for Creating Fortinet Support Accounts

Learn Fortinet support account best practices. Create email aliases for master accounts, add authorized users, and register products to prevent access loss.

24 April, 2019

Installing Greenbone Vulnerability Manager

Install Greenbone Vulnerability Scanner on CentOS 7. Follow this step-by-step guide to deploy the scanner, configure the firewall, and access the web GUI.

7 April, 2019

Using NMAP

Master Nmap scan commands for target selection, port specification, and scan types. Learn to detect OS services and save results to files for efficient...

18 March, 2019

FortiView Capabilities

Use FortiGate FortiView traffic analysis to drill down into sessions, filter by application, and inspect blocked threats for precise network visibility.

15 March, 2019

Configuring Custom NTP Server on Fortigate

Learn how to configure a custom NTP server on Fortigate via CLI. Set time zones and enable the firewall as a time source for...

12 February, 2019

Renaming HA Fortigate Firewall after it is in HA Cluster

Learn how to rename FortiGate HA hostname to replace serial numbers. Fix inconsistent device names in your FortiGate HA cluster using the GUI.