Ashley B.
Content Writer (Hi! I’m Ashley, a Linux Administrator with a passion for making Linux simpler and more accessible for beginners. Since 2021, I’ve been writing friendly, practical guides at OperaVPS to help users install software, use the command line, and get comfortable with their VPS. Linux doesn’t have to be intimidating. and I’m here to show that anyone can learn it with the right support and a little curiosity.
How To Activate PHP Selector In Cloud Linux
Sometimes it is needed to change the PHP version. PHP Selector is a module inside Cloud Linux (cPanel) that can easily change the PHP version to multiple versions through this module. This is the case for servers running CageFS, which is active on 99% of Cloud Linux Servers.
What Is Linux VPS Hosting And Benefits Of It
If you have a high-traffic website, or at least expect to see high traffic in your website in the future, you may be interested in getting information about what Linux VPS is and its benefits. If you want to have more control over what is installed on your web host’s server, the Linux Virtual Server […]
Install LAMP Easily A Beginner’s Guide from OperaVPS
To Install LAMP means setting up Linux Apache MySQL and PHP to run web applications on a server. To install LAMP use your Linux package manager to add each component. This creates a basic web hosting environment.
How to Install and Setup UFW Firewall on Debian 11
Linux users commonly use firewalls to improve the security of their Linux system, as you know, firewalls control network connections and incoming and outgoing network traffic. To prevent unsafe and unwanted traffic to the network, users can set rules in the firewall to limit or allow specific traffic. UFW, which stands for “Uncomplicated Firewall”, is […]
What to Do After Installing Ubuntu
Once you install an Operating system, you need to plan to set up, configure, and customize it to meet your needs and work efficiently. In this article, you will learn What to Do After Installing Ubuntu. It is one of the most popular distributions since it is really easy to use and is the first […]
How to Install and Configure Pleroma on Ubuntu
Pleroma is an open-source social networking platform. This free and lightweight federated server is compatible with Mastodon and other ActivityPub implementations. In this article, you will learn How to Install and Configure Pleroma on Ubuntu. Pleroma consists of two components a backend (Pleroma) and Pleroma-FE which is a user-facing fronted. While Pleroma instances are deployed, […]
How to Configure Static IP on RHEL/CentOS 8
An IP Address is a unique numerical representation of a computer on a network. When you set up a text-only and GUI-less CentOS server, you may need to configure static IP on it. So, join this article to learn How to Configure Static IP on RHEL/CentOS 8. This guide will teach you three different methods […]
Pinging IP Address in OSs
As a Linux user, you might be familiar with the Ping command which is one of the most popular commands. If not, follow this article as the essential content of Linux to review Pinging IP Address in OSs. Also, many useful Linux ping commands will be explained with examples for those who need to upgrade […]
Connect to Linux Server from Windows with Putty
Connect to Linux Server from Windows using PuTTY, a free SSH client that enables secure remote access by entering the server IP, username, and password. This allows command-line control of the Linux server directly from Windows. 🤖AI Overview: Connecting to a Linux Server from Windows typically uses PuTTY, a widely adopted free SSH client. Users […]
Top Ubuntu Based Linux Distros for All Users
Ubuntu Based Linux Distros are stable and secure operating systems built on Ubuntu, offering varied features. Popular options like Linux Mint, Zorin OS, and Pop! OS cater to different user needs from beginners to advanced users. 🤖AI Overview: Ubuntu Based Linux Distros derive from the Ubuntu core, providing different user experiences with unique desktop environments […]
Install IonCube Loader on CentOS 7
Install IonCube Loader on CentOS 7 to securely load encrypted PHP files. This guide covers downloading, configuring, and verifying IonCube installation for your PHP web server. 🤖AI Overview: Installing IonCube Loader on CentOS 7 involves setting up the PHP extension that enables secure loading of encrypted PHP scripts. The process includes installing a web server […]
How to Change SSH Port in Linux for Better Security
SSH Port is the network port used by Secure Shell to connect securely to remote servers, usually port 22. You can change the SSH port by editing the sshd_config file and updating firewall rules, which helps improve server security. To change the default SSH port in Linux Ubuntu, Debian, and CentOS, the below steps are […]