Format Swap – Tech Tutorials https://formatswap.com/blog/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:57:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://formatswap.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/favicon-32x32-2.png Format Swap – Tech Tutorials https://formatswap.com/blog/ 32 32 Explanation of KDE 6: Tips and Features https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/explanation-of-kde-6-tips-and-features/ https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/explanation-of-kde-6-tips-and-features/#respond Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:39:14 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1630 When choosing which Linux Desktop Environment you will use, what is the best available? K Desktop Environment, or shortened to KDE, is a desktop environment for Linux desktop operating systems. Recently KDE was updated to QT 6, which is necessary for proper Wayland support. There are a variety of different Linux distributions and desktop environments, […]

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]]> https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/explanation-of-kde-6-tips-and-features/feed/ 0 How to configure a Linux Host with GPU Passthrough for Windows Mixed Reality https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-configure-a-linux-host-with-gpu-passthrough-for-windows-mixed-reality/ https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-configure-a-linux-host-with-gpu-passthrough-for-windows-mixed-reality/#respond Sun, 06 Jul 2025 18:19:51 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1584 This is my report on researching and testing the possibility of using a Linux host, with a Windows virtual machine in KVM, with GPU passthrough and a Windows Mixed Reality(WMR) headset. My findings have been that it is indeed possible, with near native performance, but hardware and software setup is complex. It requires an understanding […]

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]]> https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-configure-a-linux-host-with-gpu-passthrough-for-windows-mixed-reality/feed/ 0 How to Install and Configure YouTube ReVanced on Android https://formatswap.com/blog/android/how-to-install-and-configure-youtube-revanced-on-android/ https://formatswap.com/blog/android/how-to-install-and-configure-youtube-revanced-on-android/#respond Mon, 22 Jan 2024 19:08:42 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1545 YouTube ReVanced is a continuation project based on the original Vanced team, designed as an open-source project to enhance your YouTube experience on Android devices. With features like ad-blocking, SponsorBlock, and the return dislike counter, it brings the best of YouTube to your fingertips. In this comprehensive step-by-step tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process […]

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]]> https://formatswap.com/blog/android/how-to-install-and-configure-youtube-revanced-on-android/feed/ 0 How to Mount a Hard Drive at Boot in Ubuntu 22.04 https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-mount-a-hard-drive-at-boot-in-ubuntu-22-04/ https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-mount-a-hard-drive-at-boot-in-ubuntu-22-04/#respond Tue, 10 Oct 2023 01:37:44 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1517 Efficiency and convenience are at the heart of any well optimized operating system experience. Imagine every time you start your Ubuntu 22.04 system having all of your hard drives automatically mounted at boot. This is where the power of configuring /etc/fstab comes into play. In this article we will explore automatic drive mounting in Ubuntu […]

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]]> https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-mount-a-hard-drive-at-boot-in-ubuntu-22-04/feed/ 0 How to Install and Configure Apache Tomcat 10 on Ubuntu 22.04 https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-and-configure-apache-tomcat-10-on-ubuntu-22-04/ https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-and-configure-apache-tomcat-10-on-ubuntu-22-04/#respond Wed, 27 Sep 2023 05:55:40 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1446 Apache Tomcat 10 is a powerful tool for deploying Java-based web applications, and if you’re running Ubuntu 22.04 you can easily harness its capabilities. In this easy to follow tutorial we’ll walk you through the straightforward process of installing and configuring it on your Ubuntu 22.04 system. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or new to […]

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]]> https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-and-configure-apache-tomcat-10-on-ubuntu-22-04/feed/ 0 How to Install and Configure Grafana on Ubuntu 22.04 https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-and-configure-grafana-on-ubuntu-22-04/ https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-and-configure-grafana-on-ubuntu-22-04/#respond Tue, 19 Sep 2023 00:44:53 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1431 In this tutorial you will learn the installation process of Grafana on Ubuntu 22.04. Grafana is renowned for its versatility and powerful data visualization capabilities. It has become an essential tool for monitoring and analyzing data across various industries and applications. Whether you’re a seasoned systems administrator or a curious enthusiast eager to use the […]

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]]> https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-and-configure-grafana-on-ubuntu-22-04/feed/ 0 How to Effortlessly Convert FLAC to MP3: A Step by Step Guide https://formatswap.com/blog/windows-tutorials/how-to-effortlessly-convert-flac-to-mp3-a-step-by-step-guide/ https://formatswap.com/blog/windows-tutorials/how-to-effortlessly-convert-flac-to-mp3-a-step-by-step-guide/#respond Mon, 18 Sep 2023 09:12:08 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1488 In the world of digital audio there exists many audio formats. Each have its own unique advantages and drawbacks. One such format is FLAC,short for Free Lossless Audio Codec. Renowned for its unparalleled audio quality and the ability to preserve the finest nuances of your music, FLAC has earned its place among audiophiles. However it’s […]

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]]> https://formatswap.com/blog/windows-tutorials/how-to-effortlessly-convert-flac-to-mp3-a-step-by-step-guide/feed/ 0 How to Create a Windows 10 Virtual Machine Using VirtualBox on Ubuntu 22.04 https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-create-a-windows-10-virtual-machine-using-virtualbox-on-ubuntu-22-04/ https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-create-a-windows-10-virtual-machine-using-virtualbox-on-ubuntu-22-04/#respond Fri, 14 Jul 2023 12:18:06 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1379 Welcome to our comprehensive tutorial on creating a Windows 10 virtual machine using VirtualBox on Ubuntu 22.04. In this article we will guide you through the step-by-step process of not only installing VirtualBox on your Ubuntu 22.04 system, but also constructing a new virtual machine within VirtualBox. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user […]

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]]> https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-create-a-windows-10-virtual-machine-using-virtualbox-on-ubuntu-22-04/feed/ 0 How to Install and Remotely Access Squid Proxy on Ubuntu 22.04 https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-and-remotely-access-squid-proxy-on-ubuntu-22-04/ https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-and-remotely-access-squid-proxy-on-ubuntu-22-04/#respond Wed, 28 Jun 2023 06:24:36 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1322 This tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on setting up and remotely accessing the Squid proxy server on an Ubuntu 22.04 system. Squid proxy is a popular caching and forwarding HTTP proxy server that acts as an intermediary between clients and web servers. It enables efficient caching of web content, improves browsing performance, and provides various […]

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]]> https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-and-remotely-access-squid-proxy-on-ubuntu-22-04/feed/ 0 How to Install WordPress on Ubuntu 22.04 https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-wordpress-on-ubuntu-22-04/ https://formatswap.com/blog/linux-tutorials/how-to-install-wordpress-on-ubuntu-22-04/#respond Tue, 13 Jun 2023 06:04:10 +0000 https://formatswap.com/blog/?p=1287 In today’s tech age having a powerful and user friendly website is essential for businesses, bloggers, and individuals. WordPress a renowned content management system (CMS), has emerged as the go-to solution for creating stunning websites with ease. If you’re looking to use WordPress on your Ubuntu 22.04 server this article is your comprehensive guide to […]

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