Month: October 2025

The Importance of Reserved IP Addresses in cPanel/WHM

by

The Importance of Reserved IP Addresses in cPanel/WHM Managing IP addresses correctly in a hosting environment is crucial for security, stability, and preventing accidental service disruption. In cPanel/WHM, one of the most overlooked features is the Reserved IPs system — a mechanism that prevents specific IP addresses from being used or reassigned improperly. Understanding IP … Read more

Exploring .tar Archives Without Unpacking

by

Exploring .tar Archives Without Unpacking Inspecting the contents of a .tar or .tar.gz archive is a common task for system administrators and developers. You may want to peek inside without actually extracting anything, and without getting overwhelmed by recursive file listings. This guide walks through several methods—ranging from basic to advanced—and weighs the pros and … Read more