Stl Linux Unix Users Group

STLLUG - August 22, 2024

Create a visually dynamic image that illustrates the concept of building and containerization in the field of technology. The color palette is primarily blue and white, with secondary colors of light grey and teal. The image includes a background transitioning from a lighter blue at the top to a darker blue at the bottom. The central graphic is a large, stylized container, but not directly a Docker container, which has a robotic arm or gears that appear to build or assemble it. Inside this container is the Buildah logo, designed to look clean and modern. The OCI logo (Open Container Initiative) is subtly incorporated at the bottom right of the image. The design should also include soft, abstract lines or circuit-like patterns in the background and dotted lines sweeping across the image to create a sense of dynamic movement. The visual elements should be a combination of vector art and 3D-like renderings to catch attention immediately.

Buildah - A Scriptable Way to Build OCI Containers

By: Andrew Denner

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SLUUG - August 14, 2024

Create a large, captivating image for a blog post. The center of the image should contain a sleek depiction of a modern server. Encircling this central server are smaller, recognizable icons that symbolize varying operating systems such as Linux, Windows, macOS, and BSD. The KVM logo should be prominently featured on the server, further complemented with smaller yet visible logos of Intel VT and AMD-V nearby. The backdrop should boast a gradient of gentle lighting effects with embedded circuitry patterns - indicating a sophisticated technological atmosphere. The color scheme of the entire image should be professional in nature, majorly involving hues of blue and gray, contrasted subtly with hints of green and orange. This image must represent the interplay of various elements that embody the theme of virtualization - thus appealing to beginners and tech professionals alike.

Fixing your firewall with ChatGPT!

By: Lee Lammert

KVM for Beginners

By: Ken Johnson

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STLLUG - July 18, 2024

Create an image where a city skyline featuring a blend of classical architecture elements and modern skyscrapers is illuminated with bright, futuristic lighting. The background is filled with sleek, ultra-modern buildings against a deep blue to purple sky gradient. In the foreground, one side showcases an ancient architectural structure like a roman column or a gothic archway subtly blending with the skyline. On the opposite side, there is a visual representation of software architecture diagrams in the form of interconnected nodes and lines, merging seamlessly with the physical buildings. Logos for relevant technologies such as Linux, BSD, Unix-like OS, Docker, and Kubernetes subtly integrated on the structures, connected by digital lines. The image is further embellished with visual effects like light trails, glowing edges, digital patterns, reflective and transparent elements, all within a cohesive color palette of blues, purples, and silvers. This design symbolizes the fusion of traditional building architecture and modern software architecture, merging the world of physical structure with digital innovation.

Architectures Big and Small

By: Craig Buchek

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SLUUG - July 10, 2024

Design an image of a clean and futuristic, technology-centric background transitioning from deep blue at the top to black at the bottom, embedding subtle circuit board patterns that hints at technological complexity. The center visual, a large glowing futuristic padlock, will symbolize the security with semi-transparent circuits and connection nodes radiating from it to represent network connections and remote access. On the left of the padlock, include a glowing stylized symbol that resonates with encryption, while on the right, a symbol that signifies a tech-assistant software. Quietly situated in the top background, place an icon to signify remote access and cloud environments. Lastly, subtly scatter futuristic key icons in the background, signifying authentication protocols, and apply soft glows and neon-like highlights around the elements, coupled with subtle drop shadows to impart them a high-tech and a 3-Dimensional look. The final layout will have a deep blue hue at the top with a circuit board pattern and a cloud icon, the center will have a large glowing padlock with radiating circuits, flanked by the stylized encryption and the tech-assistant software symbols, and the bottom will be a dark gradient fading to black with additional authentication key icons.

Diagnose A Real World Networking Problem

By: Lee Lammert & Grant Taylor

How to Securely Authenticate to a Remote System Using SSH Keys

By: Lee Lammert & Grant Taylor

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STLLUG - June 20, 2024

Create a transition-themed tech image. The background transitions from a gradient of dark gray on the left to light gray on the right, overlaid with a faint abstract design of binary code and circuit lines. An arrow, symbolizing the upgrade path, stretches across the width of the image in a central focus. On the left side, there is a clear and prominent logo that looks like a spiral with the number '10' subtly incorporated within. On the right side, a similar logo is placed, but with the number '11' instead. Small icons representing an email service (mailman), a webserver (globe/server), and software dependencies (packages) are integrated along the path of the arrow. The color scheme includes shades of red, white, gray, black, and soft gradients of blue.

Upgrading from Debian 10 (Buster) to Debian 11 (Bullseye) - A Walkthrough

By: Lee Lammert

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SLUUG - June 12, 2024

Design a vibrant collage-style image that visually represents the concept of social media for a tech-savvy audience. The main background should be sleek and modern with a gradient from a dark to a lighter shade of blue or green. Incorporate various logos: a simple 'M' with a mammoth mascot, a colorful hashtag-like symbol, a game controller with eyes, a recognizable TV network logo, and a purple speech bubble with 'Live Stream' spelled inside. Arrange these logos in a circular or scattered manner, equally sized, around the center of the image. Enhance the techy feel by adding semi-transparent icons of computer-related items like code snippets, circuit boards, or network symbols into the background. Ensure a cohesive color scheme, incorporating shades of blue, green, and purple that complement the logos. Apply a gentle glow or shadow effect around the logos for depth and add light flares in the background for a dynamic, modern feel.

Social Media for Nerds

By: Scott Granneman

An adventure in starting network 'sniffing'

By: Lee Lammert & Grant Taylor

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