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Category: Arch Linux

  • Quick Fix for ‘Error code: s4002 (Manifest)’ in Plex on Linux

    Experiencing ‘Error code: s4002 (Manifest)’ in Plex on Linux? This guide addresses the issue, often related to codec support for MP4 files in web browsers. Learn about the removal of libmp4v2 from FFmpeg due to licensing issues and how to resolve this problem by installing FFmpeg and libmp4v2 on popular Linux distributions, ensuring smooth streaming…

  • Setting up fish shell with the tide prompt

    This is a cheat sheet for configuring fish shell with the tide prompt on Linux.

  • Using git to track Linux config file changes.

    This cheat sheet guides Linux system administrators on installing Git and using it to track changes in system configuration files.

  • DHCP Reservations with KVM/QEMU

    You can set static IP addresses (DHCP reservations) for your virtual machines in KVM/QEMU using libvirt’s built-in DNS/DHCP server. This is done by modifying the network definition XML file.

  • Add ssh-agent to Arch/KDE for KeepassXC

    Learn how to set up SSH Agent integration with KeePassXC on Arch-based systems that use the KDE Plasma Desktop environment. Follow this step-by-step guide to configure the SSH agent and KeePassXC for seamless and secure SSH key management.

  • Cheat-Sheet: Adding an Additional Database to an Existing MariaDB Replication

    This cheat-sheet is a quick rundown on adding an additional database to an existing MariaDB master-slave replication setup. The distro-agnostic instructions cover key steps such as creating and exporting databases, granting privileges, and configuring replication settings. Use this guide as a refresher when you need to sync an additional database.

  • How to Install yay AUR Helper on Arch Linux: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Yay is like a special helper that makes it easier to install new software on your Arch Linux system. With Yay, you can find and install lots of different programs, and Yay will help you take care of all the details like making sure you have everything you need to run the program. This guide…

  • How to Install Paru AUR Helper on Arch Linux

    Paru is a flexible and efficient AUR helper that can make installing and managing packages from the Arch User Repository (AUR) much easier. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing Paru on your Arch Linux system, and give you an overview of its basic functionality. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced…

Experiencing ‘Error code: s4002 (Manifest)’ in Plex on Linux? This guide addresses the issue, often related to codec support for MP4 files in web browsers. Learn about the removal of libmp4v2 from FFmpeg due to licensing issues and how to resolve this problem by installing FFmpeg and libmp4v2 on popular Linux distributions, ensuring smooth streaming…