Configuring and Tuning Linux for Reliability
Configuring and Tuning Linux for Reliability Reliability on Linux comes from planning, solid defaults, and steady maintenance. A reliable system stays up during load bursts, recovers quickly from faults, and protects data. This guide shares practical steps you can apply to servers or desktops to boost resilience. Baseline measures Use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) and, if possible, a hardware watchdog. Keep BIOS/firmware updated to reduce unexpected resets. Enable persistent logs and a simple, regular backup plan. Store copies off the main drive when practical. Set up basic monitoring to spot issues early: service status, disk health, and load trends. System tuning for reliability ...