Linux VPS

Managing network security is critical when running applications or services on a Linux server, especially on a high-performance platform like ava.hosting. Firewalld, a dynamic firewall management tool used in distributions like CentOS, RHEL, and Fedora, offers powerful control through its rich rules feature. Rich rules enable precise, granular policies to secure your server, far beyond […]

How to Install DirectAdmin on a VPS (CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian) DirectAdmin is a lightweight, user-friendly web hosting control panel, ideal for managing websites, emails, and databases on a VPS. This guide provides a step-by-step process to install DirectAdmin on an AvaHost VPS running CentOS, Ubuntu, or Debian, using simple commands and practical examples. Introduction DirectAdmin […]

Perl — short for Practical Extraction and Reporting Language — is a powerful, high-level programming language designed for tasks such as text processing, data parsing, network scripting, and system administration. Created by Larry Wall in 1987, Perl quickly gained popularity in the world of web development and server-side automation thanks to its flexible syntax, CPAN […]

Using Nmap on AvaHost VPS: Network Scanning and Security Auditing Nmap (Network Mapper) is a powerful, open-source tool for network discovery, security auditing, and vulnerability scanning, widely used by administrators and security professionals. Running Nmap on AvaHost’s high-performance Linux VPS, with NVMe SSDs and robust infrastructure, ensures efficient network analysis. This guide covers Nmap installation, […]

Mastering Network Monitoring with the ss Command In the fast-paced world of network administration, having the right tools to monitor and troubleshoot connections is crucial, especially when managing high-performance systems like those on ava.hosting’s Linux VPS or dedicated servers. The ss (Socket Statistics) command in Linux is a modern, powerful replacement for the outdated netstat, […]

How to Install and Configure Fail2Ban on Ubuntu Fail2Ban is a vital security tool that protects Linux servers from brute-force attacks by monitoring logs and banning malicious IPs. This guide simplifies installing and configuring Fail2Ban on Ubuntu, with practical examples and tips to secure your VPS or dedicated server effectively. Why Use Fail2Ban? Fail2Ban enhances […]

Knowing your system’s CPU details is essential for monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring your applications run efficiently. Linux provides multiple ways to check CPU specifications using built-in commands. Here are several methods you can use to retrieve CPU information on a Linux system. 1. Using the /proc/cpuinfo File The /proc/cpuinfo file contains detailed information […]

The sed (Stream Editor) command in Linux is a powerful tool used for text processing and file modification. It allows users to search, replace, insert, and delete text in files efficiently, making it a vital command for automation and scripting. In this guide, we will explore how to use the sed command to update files […]

Installing CentOS Web Panel (CWP) on AvaHost CentOS 7 VPS CentOS Web Panel (CWP) is a free, user-friendly web hosting control panel designed for simplified server management, offering automation for domains, databases, and email services. Ideal for AvaHost’s high-performance VPS, this guide walks you through installing CWP on CentOS 7, leveraging AvaHost’s NVMe SSDs and […]

Installing and Configuring GlusterFS on an Ubuntu VPS GlusterFS is a scalable, open-source distributed file system perfect for managing large-scale data on AvaHost VPS environments. Its flexibility and high availability make it ideal for cloud storage, web hosting, and big data applications. This guide walks you through installing and setting up GlusterFS on an AvaHost […]