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How to install cPanel on your AlmaLinux Server

Here's a tutorial on installing cPanel on AlmaLinux: Prerequisites A fresh AlmaLinux installation (recommended for a smooth process). Root access to your AlmaLinux server. A cPanel/WHM license (you can find licensing information and trials on the cPanel website). Preparation Update your system: Ensure you have the latest packages and security updates by running: sudo dnf update [...]

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Navigating Control Panels: Considering going your way for hosting websites?

For those venturing into the world of website hosting, a control panel is your mission control. It's the interface you'll use to manage everything from your website's files to email accounts and databases. But with a plethora of control panels out there, choosing the right one can be daunting. This article dives into the features [...]

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Learn the best practices with SU and SUDO

For security reasons, root is disabled by default with our Linux Cloud Virtual Servers (Cloud Servers). This guide will explain how to use SU and SUDO. Note: if you need to gain access to the root user, this guide explains how to enable the root user on Linux. Understanding the Difference su (substitute user): Switches your [...]

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How to manage your team in cPanel

The long-awaited feature of cPanel! The Manage Team interface in cPanel allows you to create and manage secondary cPanel users to assist you with website management tasks. These team members can help with tasks like managing emails, databases, and website files, depending on the permissions you assign them. Here's a breakdown of how to use [...]

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Learn how to enable root user with SUDO

The root user in Linux grants unrestricted access to the system. While convenient, it can be a security risk. For this reason, many distributions disable root login by default. With our Cloud Servers, root is disabled by default. There are situations where you might need to enable it. This guide will show you how to [...]

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Using our Cloud Server for your load balancing requirements

You can achieve load balancing by deploying a dedicated load balancer software as a cloud server. Here's a tutorial on how to set this up: 1. Choose Your Load Balancer Software Popular options include: HAProxy: Open-source and lightweight, known for its efficiency. NGINX: Open-source web server that can also function as a load balancer. Load Balancer.org: [...]

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Best practices for securing your website with .htaccess

The .htaccess file offers a powerful tool for enhancing your website's security on Apache web servers. However, it's crucial to use it effectively to avoid unintended consequences. Here's a guide to securing your website using .htaccess with best practices in mind: Before You Begin Understanding: Ensure you grasp the basics of .htaccess and its capabilities. Messing with it [...]

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Choosing the right CMS for your website

WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal are all popular open-source Content Management Systems (CMS) used for building websites. But with so many options, choosing the right one can be tricky. This tutorial will explore the strengths and weaknesses of each platform to help you decide which one best suits your website needs. Ease of Use WordPress: The clear [...]

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Best practices for your Email with cPanel

cPanel is a web hosting control panel that allows you to manage your website and email accounts. While cPanel itself isn't an email server, it provides tools to configure and manage your email effectively. Here's a rundown of best practices to ensure smooth sailing with your cPanel email: Security Strong Passwords: Enforce strong passwords for all [...]

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Using Cloudflare with your website to improve security, performance, and reliability

Cloudflare is a popular service that offers security, performance, and reliability benefits for your website. You can integrate Cloudflare with your cPanel account to manage your domain's DNS records and take advantage of Cloudflare's features. Here's a step-by-step guide: 1. Sign Up for Cloudflare (if you haven't already) Head over to Cloudflare's website and create [...]

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