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VestaCP offers an API which allows the firewall rules to be changed, but I could only find examples which use PHP and cURL and I required a script which would work as a Bash script. I’ve created a script below which you’re free to use. Ensure your host URL, admin username and password are correct ...

Note: Please understand, these instructions can make your system non-bootable. If you’re unsure, do not continue. If you’re trying to update the kernel and low/empty disk space errors are shown, it’s probably because the /boot/ directory is full. Use this command to see the available space of /boot/: sudo df -h Now check the kernel ...

This is an example of how to use the YouTube API with multiple videos within a Bootstrap carousel. I have added Play/Pause functionality to a custom button and added the ability for the videos to be paused when the carousel is transitioned. A CodePen is attached below to see the example in action, and the ...

Following the outbreak of three processor vulnerabilities, known as Spectre and Meltdown; I have already patched my systems and whilst doing so, came across this useful script written by Speed47. This script checks your system for the three vulnerabilities. I found it useful to check my systems were secure after applying kernel updates. To run ...

I thought I would share this simple PHP function to hopefully help anyone needing a quick solution...