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How to install Docker on Ubuntu 22.04

Docker is a platform that enables you to create, deploy, and run applications in containers. Containers are similar to virtual machines in that they provide an environment for running applications, but they are more lightweight and efficient because they share the host operating system's kernel. They are created from images,

How to install a LEMP stack on Ubuntu 22.04

The LEMP stack is a popular web development platform that consists of four main components: Linux operating system, Nginx web server, MySQL database, and PHP. It is a combination of software that is used together to run dynamic websites and web apps on a server - a powerful web development

Managing Apache Servers: A Comprehensive .htaccess Tutorial

.htaccess is a powerful tool that allows you to configure various settings for your website. It is commonly used on Apache web servers to control various aspects of website access and security. The file can be used to specify access control rules, rewrite URLs, and more. Htaccess is short for

Iptables Essentials: The Ultimate Linux Firewall Configuration Guide

Iptables is a powerful tool for managing network security on Linux systems. It allows you to filter and control the flow of your server's incoming and outgoing network traffic. It provides you with a layer of protection against unauthorized access and malicious attacks. For this tutorial, we are going to

Protecting Your Linux Server with Firewalld: A Step-by-Step Guide

Firewalld is a Linux utility, which provides a convenient way to configure and manage firewall rules dynamically. Firewalld allows administrators to define firewall zones, which are groups of network connections that have a similar level of trust. Each zone has a set of rules that define what traffic is allowed

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Safeguarding Your Linux Server with UFW: A Complete Guide

UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall) is a Linux utility for managing firewall rules. It provides a simplified interface for managing iptables, allowing users to easily configure and manage network security settings without learning the complex syntax of iptables commands. UFW is included with many Linux distributions by default, including Ubuntu, Debian, and

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Securing Your VPS: A Beginner's Guide

Linux is a popular operating system known for its stability, security, and flexibility. While it is generally considered to be more secure than other operating systems, it's still important to take steps to secure your system and protect it from potential threats. In this blog post, we'll cover some basic

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How to install NextCloud on a Debian 11 server.

NextCloud is a free, open-source self-hosted file-syncing and sharing software that can be used as an alternative to proprietary services such as Dropbox or Google Drive. Users can access their files from anywhere, and also can access the files from mobile devices. It also includes features such as version control,

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How to install and use Screen in Linux

Have you ever been in the following situation - you are working with the command line and you are jumping between multiple tasks and windows at the same time? If you've been, you might have experienced the frustration of losing track of where you are. Luckily for us, there's a

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How to install OwnCloud on a Ubuntu 22.04 server

OwnCloud is an open-source, self-hosted file sync and share solution that allows you to access your data from anywhere. It offers a web interface for easy file management and also provides apps for various platforms. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing OwnCloud on your

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How to install WordPress on Ubuntu 22.04

WordPress is a free and open-source content management system (CMS) that allows you to host and build websites. It is very popular and has been around for the past 20 years. WordPress is written in PHP and paired with a MySQL/MariaDB database with supported HTTPS. A CMS is a

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How to install a LAMP stack on Ubuntu 22.04

A LAMP stack is a combination of software that is used together to run dynamic websites and web apps on a server. The combination is represented by a Linux operating system, Apache web server, MySQL database, and PHP. In this tutorial, we will be walking through the process of installing

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How to manually install CentOS 8 Stream with Full-Disk Encryption

CentOS 8 Stream is a community-driven, free, open-source operating system based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. It is designed for users who want to experience the latest features and technologies while maintaining a stable and secure environment. This guide will give you the information you need to get up and

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How to manually install Alma Linux 9 with Full-Disk Encryption

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of manually installing Alma Linux 9 via an ISO. Alma Linux is a community-driven, enterprise-class distribution. It provides a stable and secure platform for running your applications and is a great choice for both personal and business use. You can

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How to manually install Rocky Linux 9 with Full-Disk Encryption

Rocky Linux is a community-driven Linux distribution that aims to be a free and open-source replacement for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). Rocky Linux 9 is the latest version of this distribution. It provides full compatibility with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, making it easy for users to switch from one