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System and process logging are just two of the most pivotal advantages of systemd. When logs are dispersed throughout the system, span multiple applications, and are handled by different processes and daemons, they can be challenging to interpret. Systemd provides a centralized solution for managing all of the kernel and userland process logs in a compilation medium known as a …
Introduction The Apache HTTP Server is an open-source web server by the Apache Software Foundation. It is a software that connects your local server to the website servers such as Firefox or Google Chrome. This connection is used to send and receive files and data. It is the most popular server across the globe. Over 40% of all websites on …
Introduction WordPress is undoubtedly the most popular Content Management System. You can host about anything on WordPress- from simple portfolio websites, company landing pages, and blogs to full-fledged eCommerce websites. It guarantees flexibility, robustness, and security, which are key for the success of any website. Downloading and installing WordPress is straightforward. Then, once you have installed it on your server, …
Introduction Would you like to securely access the Internet from your smartphone or laptop when you connect to an untrustworthy network (e.g., WiFi in a hotel or coffee shop)? Luckily, there is a way to grant you your wishes. You can securely connect to an untrusted network as if you are on a private network using a Virtual Private Network …
Container Technology and Docker The idea of using containers for deployment in an application environment is not new. People have been using it for several years and with much success. With the help of containers, developers are able to isolate an application’s coding and configuration in an executable package. This prevents needless interference and hangups that would only slow down …
Having a secure website is vital to ensuring a reputable online presence for any business. Website security should be among your top concerns especially if you are transferring sensitive data between your website and your website visitors. A simple Google search of ‘how to secure a website’ will bring you several directives. One of the top results is an SSL …
As time and technology continue to progress, the internet holds a central position in the modern world. That is why most companies and businesses have websites and applications to represent the online aspect of their brands. Regardless of whether you are the owner of a small or large website, you need the help of certain tools to make your job …
Apache is currently the most widely used web server in the world. It is an open-source software maintained by The Apache Software Foundation. As of September 2020, it is estimated to be serving 36% of all website traffic in the world. Developers love it for its speed, security, reliability, and robustness. Its ease of customization enables it to meet the …
Website and data security are topics that cannot be taken lightly. Highly sensitive information which includes financial records and customers’ private information is always in transit between the user’s computer and your website. When you consider this fact, it’s not hard to see why unsecured websites could result in a breach that could seriously damage your business. There are a …
Customer Profile Our customer is the largest independent CI (Custom Integrator) distributor in the US. It services local and national dealers that span across multiple channels of business that include residential/commercial A/V, and security. The company is the “one-stop” solution with over 8000 stock items from 126 premium manufacturers. Our client uses a combination of technology from HCI server stacks …
SSH on a Linux Server SSH, also known as secure shell, is a protocol that can be used to connect and communicate with a server. You can connect to your Linux server for a terminal session using this encrypted protocol. If you are using an OpenSSH server, there are primarily two different ways you can go about the authentication process. …
MySQL is an open-source RDBMS based on SQL queries. It’s easy to use, secure, free, and open-source (under the GNU license). In addition, it is highly flexible, memory efficient, and high-performance. Because of all these features, MySQL finds its way in even the top-tier industries. When working with MySQL, most of the time, the interactions occur through the MySQL CLI …
