1. Restricting Login in Linux

    May 8, 2008 by Tom Vachon

    When we talk about forcing a user to log off, what we’re really talking about is time restrictions on certain account system access and services. The easiest way I’ve found to implement time restrictions is by using software called Linux-PAM.

     

    Pluggable Authentication Module (PAM) is a mechanism for authenticating users. Specifically, we’re going to use the pam_time module to control timed access for users to services.

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  2. Why Linux?

    by Tom Vachon

    Linux is now rapidly becoming the operating system of choice in many core areas of business. It is transforming information technology in many exciting ways from being used in products ranging from cell phones and PDAs to cars and mainframe computers. In addition to being cost-effective, it is constantly being updated and refined with the latest technologies. As Linux gains greater acceptance in todays Information and Communication Technology, more and more companies are supporting Linux both application and hardware compatibility. (more…)


  3. Clustering in VMware

    May 7, 2008 by Tom Vachon

    Ever wonder if you could try playing with clustering, but without all the expense? Well you are in luck. It is pretty simple to do.

     

    This guide is for Windows Server 2003 or earlier, it will NOT work in Server 2008. The reason this won’t work in Server 2008 is that Microsoft has removed the ability for Microsoft Clustering Service (MSCS). This will work in all other versions of Windows Server that have MSCS. (more…)


  4. And they’re off…

    by Tom Vachon

    The blogging can now begin.  

    Epic theme? CHECK

    CMS that I can use? CHECK

    Stolen Content? In progress….


  5. Welcome

    by Tom Vachon

    Welcome back,  This is version 5?  Who knows.  Im tired.  Blogging is hard.