Author: Peter Whyte


  • How to Install Postgres on Ubuntu 20.04

    This post is a short note on how to install Postgres on Ubuntu 20.04. I’m doing this in WSL, however this shouldn’t make any difference if you’re on the same Ubuntu version. First, lets update our local packages by running the following apt command – This Postgres installation…

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  • How to Manage S3 Buckets with AWS CLI

    This is a post on how to help manage S3 Buckets with AWS CLI, and to help explain some local Operating System (OS) considerations when running such commands. First of all, you will need to be authenticated to your AWS Account and have AWS CLI installed. I cover…

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  • Managing Old Files with PowerShell

    Managing disk space is a common task for IT professionals, especially when dealing with folders that accumulate temporary or outdated files. Using simple PowerShell Script, we can quickly check and delete files older than a given date. In this post, I’ll cover: Reviewing Files for Cleanup: Generate a…

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  • Using Get-EventLog in PowerShell

    The Get-EventLog cmdlet allows you to view event logs directly in your PowerShell terminal, similar to using Event Viewer. Below are some quick examples to get started:1. List Available Event Log Types2. Show Events by Count3. Filter Events by Message4. View Full Message of an Event 1. List…

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  • Get-Command in PowerShell

    Get-Command is a cmdlet in PowerShell that lets you retrieve a list of all available commands in your current session. It’s a go to tool for discovering new commands and understanding their usage and capabilities. You can use Get-Command with wildcards to filter results based on patterns. This…

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  • Create Folder If Not Exists in PowerShell

    Creating folders programmatically can streamline tasks and ensure that required directory structures are in place. In this guide, we explore a simple yet effective PowerShell script to check if a folder exists and create it if it doesn’t. By leveraging the Test-Path and New-Item commands, you can automate…

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  • Get-TimeZone in PowerShell

    The Get-TimeZone cmdlet in PowerShell retrieves the current time zone of a computer. It can also list all available time zones, which is helpful if you’re planning to make changes to the system’s time zone settings. In this post I’m sharing two examples of how to check the…

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  • Get-Service in PowerShell

    The Get-Service command in PowerShell is the tool for listing, filtering, and managing the services running on a computer. This quick guide is aimed at helping you understand it’s capabilities, with examples that sysadmins will find especially useful. Contents:> Listing All Services on a Computer> Filtering Services by…

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  • How to Install & Configure AWS CLI on Ubuntu

    This guide will walk you through the steps to install and configure AWS CLI version 1 on Ubuntu (20.04). Topics Covered: 1. Updating Local Packages2. Installing AWS CLI on Ubuntu3. Checking Installed AWS CLI Version4. Configuring AWS Profile5. Running AWS CLI Commands 1. Updating Local Packages To start,…

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