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https://github.com/michaing/dietpi-docs

Guides and instructions for the DietPi lightweight operating system, including details on the dietpi-launcher and specialized tools for software installation, system configuration, maintenance, and performance monitoring.

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What's inside DietPi

  1. Overview of Web Development Software Stacks

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    DietPi provides several pre-configured software stacks for web development, categorized by the web server, database, and scripting language used. You can choose a stack based on your performance and resource requirements:

    Database-driven Stacks (MariaDB)

    • LAMP: Apache / MariaDB / PHP
    • LEMP: Nginx / MariaDB / PHP
    • LLMP: Lighttpd / MariaDB / PHP

    Lightweight/File-based Stacks (SQLite)

    • LASP: Apache / SQLite / PHP
    • LESP: Nginx / SQLite / PHP
    • LLSP: Lighttpd / SQLite / PHP

  2. Overview of DietPi Software Installation tools

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    DietPi provides several automated tools for installing and configuring network-related software:

    • DietPi Software: Automated installation of various software packages.
    • DietPi LetsEncrypt: A frontend for managing Let's Encrypt integration.
    • DietPi VPN: A GUI frontend for installing and configuring OpenVPN.
    • DietPi DDNS: A generic Dynamic DNS (DDNS) client.

  3. Overview of DietPi System Configuration tools

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    Use these tools to modify the behavior and settings of your DietPi OS:

    • DietPi Config: Configure various system settings.
    • DietPi Drive Manager: Feature-rich drive management utility.
    • DietPi Autostart: Define software packages to start automatically on boot.
    • DietPi Services: Control services, tweak priority levels, and check status.
    • DietPi Display: Control console display modes and rotation via KMS/DRM.
    • DietPi LED Control: Change triggers for status LEDs on SBCs/motherboards.
    • DietPi Cron: Modify start times for specific cron job groups.
    • DietPi JustBoom: Adjust audio settings.
    • DietPi Banner: Configure the initial logon banner.

  4. Overview of DietPi System Maintenance tools

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    These tools are used for keeping the system updated and managing storage:

    • DietPi Update: Update the DietPi OS version and check for available updates.
    • DietPi Backup (backup/restore): Backup and restore your DietPi system.
    • DietPi Sync: Duplicate a directory from one location to another.
    • DietPi File Explorer: Lightweight file manager and explorer.
    • DietPi Cleaner: Clean up unnecessary files to free up disk space.
    • DietPi Log Clear: Clear log files located in /var/log/.

  5. Overview of DietPi Miscellaneous tools

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    Additional utilities for monitoring, benchmarking, and specialized tasks:

    • DietPi CPU Info: Displays CPU temperature, processor frequency, throttle level, etc.
    • DietPi Benchmark: Measure CPU speed, RAM, and Flash access speed.
    • DietPi Survey: Obtain general information regarding your system and installed software.
    • DietPi CloudShell: Adjust update rate, scene settings, and more.
    • DietPi Bug Report: Generate bug reports.
    • DietPi Servarr to RAM: Moves Sonarr, Radarr, Lidarr, and Prowlarr database files to RAM.
    • DietPi Morse Code: Converts a text file into morse code.
    • Useful DietPi Shell Functions: Provides helpful shell functions for DietPi users.

  6. Overview of DietPi software categories

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    DietPi provides a wide range of optimized software packages categorized by use case. Key categories include:

    • Advanced Networking: WiFi HotSpots, Tor HotSpots, HAProxy, Avahi-Daemon, and frp reverse proxy.
    • BitTorrent & Download Tools: Transmission, Deluge, qBittorrent, rTorrent, Aria2, SABnzbd, and media automation tools like Sonarr, Radarr, and Lidarr.
    • Camera & Surveillance: MotionEye, mjpg-streamer, and BirdNET-Go.
    • Cloud & Backup: Nextcloud, ownCloud, Syncthing, MinIO, Vaultwarden, and Rclone.
    • Databases: MariaDB, SQLite, Redis, InfluxDB, and PostgreSQL.
    • Desktops & Utilities: Lightweight desktops like LXDE, LXQt, and Xfce, plus browsers like Chromium and Firefox.
    • Development: Python, Go, Java, Node.js, Git, and VSCodium.
    • DNS Servers: Pi-hole, Unbound, and AdGuard Home.
    • Gaming & Emulation: Minecraft servers (Cuberite, PaperMC), Amiberry, and x86 emulation (Box86, Box64).
    • Hardware Projects: GPIO libraries (RPi.GPIO, WiringPi), Node-RED, and Mosquitto (MQTT).

  7. Compare Dropbear and OpenSSH server options

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    DietPi provides two main SSH server choices that can be swapped at any time using DietPi-Software:

    • Dropbear: A lightweight SSH server installed by default on DietPi systems.
    • OpenSSH: A feature-rich SSH server that includes support for SFTP and SCP.

    Default connection credentials for both:

    • Address: Your device's IP address
    • Port: 22
    • Username: root
    • Password: dietpi

  8. Available Web Servers in DietPi

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    DietPi supports several web server options depending on your needs for features, performance, or resource footprint:

    • Apache: A feature-rich, highly configurable webserver.
    • Nginx: A high-performance web server that also functions as a load balancer and reverse proxy.
    • Lighttpd: An extremely lightweight webserver designed for low resource consumption.
    • Tomcat: The Apache Tomcat server (typically used for Java applications).

  10. Execute custom user scripts during automation

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    You can run custom shell scripts at specific stages of the automated installation by placing them in the /boot directory and setting the AUTO_SETUP_CUSTOM_SCRIPT_EXEC option.

    Supported execution points:

    • Pre-installation: /boot/Automation_Custom_PreScript.sh (runs before networking and DietPi installation).
    • Post-installation: /boot/Automation_Custom_Script.sh (runs after networking and DietPi installation).

  11. Compare Web Servers (Apache vs Nginx vs Lighttpd)

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    When choosing a web stack, select a web server based on your resource constraints and traffic expectations:

    WebserverMemory UseMultithreadedBest For
    ApacheHighYesBeginners and users following Apache-based guides.
    NginxMediumYesMedium-high traffic situations; a lightweight alternative to Apache.
    LighttpdLowOptionalLow traffic or personal use on Single Board Computers (SBCs).