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Accurate server time is crucial for various aspects of system administration, including synchronization between distributed systems, logging, security measures, and troubleshooting. In CentOS, a popular Linux distribution, there are several methods to obtain accurate server time. In this article, we will explore different approaches to ensure precise timekeeping in CentOS. We'll begin by checking the system time and verifying the time zone settings. Then, we'll dive into two common methods: using the Network Time Protocol (NTP) and the Chrony time daemon. Additionally, we'll discuss the hardware clock and its significance in maintaining accurate time. By the end of this article, ... Read More

In the Linux operating system, the home directory holds user-specific files, configurations, and personal data. As your usage grows, you might find the need to move your home directory to a new partition or disk to accommodate more space or optimize system performance. This can be a valuable solution, especially when dealing with limited disk space or utilizing separate storage devices. In this blog post, we will explore the process of moving the home directory to a new partition or disk in Linux. We'll cover the necessary steps to prepare the new partition, discuss the home directory structure, and provide ... Read More

Mounting and unmounting filesystems are essential operations in Linux that allow users to access and manage different storage devices and network resources. Whether it's local storage or network shares, properly mounting and unmounting filesystems ensures seamless data exchange and efficient utilization of resources. In this blog post, we will explore the process of mounting and unmounting both local and network filesystems in Linux. We'll delve into the steps required to mount local filesystems and cover the configuration and mounting of network filesystems using Samba and NFS protocols. Mounting Local Filesystems Before we delve into mounting network filesystems, let's first understand ... Read More

Ubuntu, one of the most popular Linux distributions, offers a versatile and powerful environment for users to explore and accomplish various tasks. If you're someone who frequently works with both Windows and Ubuntu, you might find it necessary to access and manipulate Windows partitions within your Ubuntu system. Fortunately, Ubuntu provides seamless support for mounting Windows partitions, allowing you to effortlessly read and write data stored on those partitions. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of mounting Windows partitions in Ubuntu, step by step. We will explore the required preparations, the actual mounting process, and ... Read More

Monitoring the availability and performance of your website or application is crucial for ensuring a seamless user experience. Downtime and performance issues can lead to dissatisfied users and potential revenue loss. That's where Uptime Kuma comes in. Uptime Kuma is an open-source monitoring tool that allows you to track the uptime, response time, and other important metrics of your websites and applications. In this article, we will explore the installation, configuration, and usage of Uptime Kuma to effectively monitor your websites and applications. We'll cover topics such as adding monitors, customizing alerts and notifications, analyzing the Uptime Kuma dashboard and ... Read More

Nginx has become one of the most popular web servers due to its high performance, scalability, and efficient handling of concurrent connections. As a vital component of modern web applications, it is crucial to monitor Nginx to ensure optimal performance and availability. That's where Netdata comes in. Netdata, a powerful open-source monitoring tool, provides real-time insights into server performance and resource utilization. With its intuitive web-based dashboard, Netdata offers a comprehensive view of your server's metrics, allowing you to identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot issues, and optimize Nginx for peak performance. In this blog post, we will walk you through the process ... Read More

Hosting websites and online applications requires setting up a web server infrastructure. In this article, we'll try to understand the setting up of Nginx on Fedora 24 Server and Workstation using MariaDB and PHP/PHP-FPM. This combination creates a strong stack for managing databases and presenting dynamic content. The main concepts covered here can be applied to subsequent versions of Fedora or other Linux distributions, even if Fedora 24 is an older edition. Main Characteristics of Fedora 24 Server Fedora 24 Server was created using the Linux kernel, which serves as the foundation of the operating system. The Linux kernel offers ... Read More

LEMP stack is a powerful combination of open source technology used for Web development and hosting. LEMP comprises Linux, which is the operating system in the combination, Nginx (pronounced as engine x) is a web server software, used to handle HTTP requests from servers, it helps the delivery of static and dynamic content. MySQL or MariaDB are used for efficient data storage and retrieval and PHP is used to construct dynamic web applications, enabling developers to communicate with databases and integrate dynamic information into HTML pages. Installing and configuring each component of LEMP, one at a time is required to ... Read More

LAMP is one of the most widely used Open source technology stacks which is used in the development of web applications. In this combination, Linux acts as the operating system, while PHP is the server side programming language. MySQL or MariaDB acts as the database management system along with apache as web server. In this article, we’ll cover how to set up the LAMP stack with PhpMyAdmin on an Ubuntu 15.04 server. With the use of LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL/MariaDB, PHP) components, we can build interactive and engaging Web applications. Let's understand each component of the LAMP stack: Linux ... Read More

Setting up high overall performance HHVM (HipHop Virtual Machine) with Nginx, Apache, and MariaDB on Debian or Ubuntu entails configuring an effective internet server stack to optimise the overall performance of internet programmes. HHVM is a just-in-time compiler designed for PHP, resulting in advanced execution speed. Nginx/Apache acts because the internet server software programme manages incoming requests efficiently. MariaDB serves as the database server to keep and manipulate statistics effectively. The system consists of putting in and configuring HHVM, Nginx/Apache, and MariaDB on the Debian/Ubuntu system. HHVM is incorporated with the internet server software programme, allowing the execution of PHP ... Read More