Thorsten Scherf
Identity Management & Platform Security

bootc, OpenAudit, Stow and sudo logging articles are now online

A couple of new articles I wrote for the ADMIN magazine are now available online. Operating system images with bootc Inventory and manage your IT systems with OpenAudit. Centrally manage configuration files with Stow New sudo logging format Happy reading. Read more

Miami/FL - Transatlantic NCL - Feb 2025 - Chapter 08

Chapter 08 We arrived at the port of Southampton ahead of schedule at around 06:00. Since it was going to be a long day, I treated myself to a hearty breakfast at the Garden Café on Deck 15, taking the time to reflect on the Atlantic crossing. It had been 13 exciting days, and such a journey really makes you realize the vast distance you cover... Read more

Miami/FL - Transatlantic NCL - Feb 2025 - Chapter 07

Chapter 07 Twelve days on the Atlantic are now behind me. We are currently entering the English Channel and expect to arrive in Southampton on Wednesday morning at 7 AM. The second half of the journey started with a course change to the southeast before heading back northeast about a day later. The captain likely preferred not to sail directly... Read more

Miami/FL - Transatlantic NCL - Feb 2025 - Chapter 06

Chapter 06 After enjoying five days of sunshine with temperatures around 26°C, Tuesday, Feb 11, brought the first bout of bad weather—thick fog, temperatures around 14°C, and even a brief rain shower. The sea was also noticeably rough for the first time, with waves reaching up to 5 meters. However, you could barely feel it on board—just a bit o... Read more

Miami/FL - Transatlantic NCL - Feb 2025 - Chapter 05

Chapter 05 I took a Lyft from the Hilton to the Port of Miami around 9 AM. The drive from Downtown to the port is very quick, and less than 10 minutes later, I arrived at the impressive NCL Terminal B. The place was already bustling with activity at that time. As soon as I got out of the car, my suitcase was taken care of immediately. NCL does ... Read more