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• Converting EXT4 Root Filesystem to XFS (Arch Linux)

  XFS offers more modern features compared to EXT4 and performs better when handling large numbers of files

  References: XFS vs EXT4, Why did CENTOS 7.0 choose XFS as the default filesystem? What are the advantages of XFS over ext?, Ext4 vs XFS – Which one to choose?

  NOTE: Since XFS cannot shrink partitions, it's recommended to use LVM for flexibility

  Prerequisites: Arch Linux system with LVM+EXT4 disk management

  Technical references: Change Root File System from Ext4 to Xfs on Archlinux, XFS (简体中文), LVM (简体中文)

  Oct 19, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: Linux Read more →

• Smooth Physical Disk Replacement (Upgrade) with LVM While Preserving Data

  Prerequisites

  1. Using LVM
  2. Need to upgrade (replace) hard drive but don't want to reinstall the system or manually copy data

  Sep 3, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: Linux Read more →

• Installing WordPress with Docker and Quickly Migrating All Data Manually

  Environment selection: Bare metal -> Docker

  Main software choices: NGINX, MariaDB, phpMyAdmin

  Due to MySQL's excessive memory requirements, the original server configuration could no longer support its operation.

  Therefore, purchased a new server configuration on DigitalOcean and decided to deploy using Docker for easier management.

  Jul 26, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: WordPress Read more →

• Arch Linux Hibernation Using Swap File

  In most cases, we generally use Swap File for easier adjustment and configuration flexibility.

  Jun 8, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: Linux Read more →

• Deploying V2Ray with Docker

  There are limited Chinese resources on Docker deployment for V2Ray. Here's some reference material.

  Installing Docker Service

  1. Install Docker using package manager (using pacman as example): sudo pacman -S docker
  2. Obtain Docker operation permissions (refer to Docker Wiki):

     sudo groupadd docker
     sudo usermod -aG docker $USER
     

  3. Start Docker service:

     sudo systemctl enable docker
     sudo systemctl start docker
     

  May 18, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: Science Online Read more →

• Recommended KDE Applets List

  A compilation of my frequently used applets

  RedShift Control

  KDE store link: https://store.kde.org/p/998916

  May 18, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: Linux Desktop Environment Read more →

• Minimal KDE Installation Guide for Arch Linux

  This article aims to provide a minimal, convenient, and usable KDE desktop environment For more detailed information, see ArchWiki KDE

  Install Xorg

  Before installing Plasma (KDE5), ensure Xorg is installed and functioning properly on your system.

  May 18, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: Linux Desktop Environment Read more →

• Playing Overwatch on Wine Platform

  Lutris is an Open Source gaming platform for Linux.

  This article uses MI Pro (i7-8550U, GTX1050 ti) as an example

  Regarding GPU performance: Minimal performance loss (Runs smoother than Windows with only Overwatch installed)

  May 18, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: Wine Read more →

• Arch Linux and Windows Dual Boot Setup (GRUB2)

  There are two methods:

  1. Manual method: See archwiki
  2. Automatic configuration via os-prober (reference archbbs)

  Automatic GRUB2 Configuration via os-prober

  Feb 27, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: ArchLinux Read more →

• ArchLinux Desktop Environment Survival Guide

  This article documents the installation process step by step

  Serves only as supplementary instructions to ArchWiki Installation Guide

  Aims to provide a user/developer-friendly desktop environment

  This guide will be continuously updated

  Installing ArchLinux

  Feb 27, 2019 Author: xz-dev Category: ArchLinux Read more →