Administration

Introduction When managing a website, you may come across two commonly used directories: www and public_html. These directories are essential for organizing and serving website files on a hosting server. Understanding their purpose can help optimize your website structure and improve security. If you’re using reliable web hosting or setting up a website on VPS […]

How to Install Node.js and PM2 on an Ubuntu VPS Node.js is a powerful runtime for running JavaScript outside the browser, perfect for scalable web apps. PM2, a process manager for Node.js, ensures uptime and simplifies management. This guide walks you through installing Node.js and PM2 on an AvaHost Ubuntu VPS (20.04/22.04/24.04), with practical examples […]

ASCII vs. Binary: Understanding Data Encoding In the realm of computing, understanding how data is encoded is crucial for optimizing file management, networking, and application performance, especially on high-performance platforms like ava.hosting’s VPS or dedicated servers. ASCII and binary are foundational to how data is represented and processed, each serving distinct roles. For instance, when […]

Boosting Network Performance with Bonding on ava.hosting In today’s fast-paced digital world, a robust and reliable network is the backbone of any high-performance system, whether you’re running a web server, a database cluster, or a cloud application. Network bonding, the process of combining multiple network interfaces into a single logical one, supercharges your infrastructure by […]

Supercharge Your Laravel Debugging with Telescope Monitoring and debugging are critical for maintaining robust Laravel applications, whether you’re building a dynamic web app or managing complex backend systems. Laravel Telescope, an elegant tool for observability, offers deep insights into requests, queries, exceptions, and more, helping developers optimize performance with ease. When hosted on ava.hosting’s high-performance […]

Docker is an open-source platform that simplifies the process of developing, shipping, and running applications inside containers. This guide will cover the installation of Docker on Ubuntu 20.04 and provide an overview of its basic usage. Prerequisites A system running Ubuntu 20.04 A user account with sudo privileges Internet access Step 1: Update System Packages […]

Using Cron Jobs in Shared Hosting: Practical Examples and AvaHost Advantages Cron jobs are scheduled tasks that run automatically at specified intervals on a server. On shared hosting environments, cron jobs are especially useful for automating routine actions without manual input — saving time, reducing errors, and ensuring consistent system behavior. At AvaHost, our shared […]

Fixing the “Server IP Address Could Not Be Found” Error Few things are as frustrating as encountering the “Server IP Address Could Not Be Found” error when trying to access a critical website, whether it’s your personal blog or a client’s e-commerce platform. This common issue, often tied to DNS misconfigurations, network glitches, or browser […]

How to Install TeamSpeak on my VPS Setting up a TeamSpeak server on your AvaHost virtual server is quick and straightforward! Whether you’re hosting a gaming community, a business meeting, or a friendly chat, this guide walks you through the process step-by-step, optimized for Ubuntu. With minimal requirements and our reliable VPS plans, you’ll have […]

Windows Virtual Private Servers (VPS) are a popular choice for hosting web applications, websites and other projects. However, to ensure stable and secure operation of Windows VPS, it is necessary to regularly update the operating system, install patches and updates.   Why upgrade Windows VPS? Safety. Security updates fix identified vulnerabilities, reducing the risk of […]