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How to Elevate from CentOS 7/8 to AlmaLinux

CentOS is nearing End of Life. This guide will walk you through the process of migrating your CentOS system to AlmaLinux using the AlmaLinux ELevate tool. ELevate offers a smooth transition between major versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) derivatives, including CentOS. Important Note: Before proceeding, it's crucial to back up your entire system. [...]

James Ensor

How to add swap space to Linux

Swap space acts as an extension of your computer's physical memory (RAM) on Linux. When RAM becomes full, inactive data is temporarily moved to the swap space to free up memory for running programs. Here's how to add swap on Linux: 1. Check for Existing Swap: Before creating new swap space, it's wise to check [...]

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How to migrate from VMWare to Proxmox

There are two main methods for migrating VMs from VMware to Proxmox: using the Proxmox VE Import Wizard (available in Proxmox VE version 8 or above) and manual conversion. Here's a breakdown of both methods: Method 1: Using Proxmox VE Import Wizard (Recommended) This is the simpler method and works best for recent versions of [...]

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How to prepare Alpine Linux image with Cloud-Init ready for Proxmox

Alpine Linux is a distribution designed to be small, simple, and secure. We recently added this to Operating System lineup for our Linux Cloud Servers. The Cloud Images available on the Alpine Linux website are for AWS, NoCloud, Azure, GCP, and OCI. You could convert the NoCloud image, but we thought it would be easier [...]

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How to deploy your Next.js website to a Virtual Machine

This tutorial will focus on deploying Next.js to a Virtual Machine. Prerequisites Linux based cloud server Basic understanding of command-line interface (CLI) and terminal usage A Next.js application (if you don't have one, use npx create-next-app my-app) Steps Deploy your Cloud Server Choose a Cloud Server with sufficient resources (CPU, RAM) to handle your application's traffic. [...]

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Why your new website should be built with Next.js

Next.js has become a popular choice for building modern web applications, and for good reason. This React-based framework offers a powerful feature set that streamlines development, enhances performance, and improves the overall user experience. Let's dive into the key benefits of using Next.js for your next frontend project. Unmatched Performance Next.js shines in delivering blazing-fast [...]

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Learn how to use a Virtual Machine

Imagine a computer that exists entirely within another computer. That's the basic idea behind a virtual machine (VM). VMs are software programs that create a simulated computer system with its own CPU, memory, storage, and operating system. Think of it like this: your physical computer is a landlord, and VMs are its tenants. Each VM [...]

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How to deploy a webserver on AlmaLinux 8/9

his guide will walk you through deploying a web server on a fresh installation of AlmaLinux 8 or 9. We'll cover two popular options: Apache and Nginx. Choose the one that best suits your needs. Before you begin Ensure you have a fresh AlmaLinux installation with internet access. Establish a secure connection to your server [...]

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Securing your data: best practices for a Windows Server

Data loss on a Windows Server can be catastrophic. Implementing a proper backup strategy is essential for ensuring business continuity and minimising downtime. This tutorial will guide you through the best practices for keeping regular backups of your Windows Server. The 3-2-1 Backup Rule The 3-2-1 backup rule is a fundamental principle for secure backups. [...]

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Choosing your web hosting playground

When venturing into the world of websites, you'll encounter a barrage of technical terms like shared hosting, reseller hosting, and virtual machines. These terms define how your website resides on a physical server and the level of control you have over it. Let's break down each option to help you pick the perfect fit for [...]

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