Hardware

Everything related to hardware in one place. From the basics of querying hardware information, up to securing physical access and limiting hardware devices.

Monitoring USB communications using usbmon interface

The Linux kernel controls hardware access, including for USB. Learn how to monitor USB devices with the usbmon kernel module, together with Wireshark or Tshark.

Lscpu

The lscpu command reports information about the CPU, such as architecture, vendor identification, virtualization features, cache, and even CPU vulnerabilities.

How to see CPU details

Show CPU details such as architecture, vendor, caches, virtualization options, and even known CPU vulnerabilities such as Meltdown and Spectre.

Dmidecode cheat sheet

Want to see all hardware details of a system? Then dmidecode is your friend, helping to decode all information from the SMBIOS specification.

How to see memory information such as type and speed

Linux systems have a wide range of supporting utilities available. Show memory information such as memory type, the number of banks in use, and speed.

Kernel: Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about the Linux kernel and kernel security.

How to list all USB devices

Retrieve device information from USB hubs and devices on Linux using the lsusb command. Learn how to use the command and its output.

How to see the available hard disks

Show the available hard disks in a system by using the right Linux tool. There are multiple options to pick, so let's have a look.

How to see hard disk specifications and details

Show more detailed information about the available hard disks in the system. Specifications like speed, serial number, firmware, and other details.

How to see BIOS details

The BIOS details can be displayed from within Linux itself. Learn how to query these details and where to find more information.

Hardware: Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about hardware information on Linux systems, such as BIOS details, hard disks, USB devices, memory, and other details.