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While working with a virtual or dedicated server, errors may periodically occur. Don’t be afraid or panic – there is a solution! But first, let’s look at the definition of this 408 error. If we talk about what this error means and the reasons for its occurrence, then error 408 (Request Timeout) is one of the standard errors […]

Prohibited Actions: Upholding High Security Standards in Service Provision Users of our services are strictly prohibited from engaging in the following activities: 1. Spamming: Subscribers to our services are not permitted to engage in unwanted message distribution (spam). 2. DDoS / AMP Scanning / IP Spoofing & IP Header Modification: Actions aimed at executing Distributed […]

The Last-Modified header is an HTTP response header that indicates the date and time when the server believes the resource was last changed. It is commonly used for browser caching and conditional requests, helping reduce bandwidth and improve site performance. Direct Example When a client requests a page, the server may respond with: HTTP/1.1 200 […]

Securing Directories with .htaccess Password Protection on ava.hosting Protecting sensitive directories on your web server is a critical task for maintaining security, especially when hosting on ava.hosting’s high-performance VPS or dedicated servers. Using .htaccess to restrict access with unique logins and passwords is a straightforward way to ensure only authorized users can view protected content. […]

How to Deny Access to Sensitive Configuration Files Using .htaccess When building and maintaining a website, security should always be a top priority. One of the most overlooked yet critical aspects of web security is ensuring that sensitive files—such as configuration files—are not accessible to the public via a browser. For example, a file like […]

Sometimes your web application requires a custom PHP extension that isn’t enabled by default in your virtual hosting environment. Fortunately, most hosting providers allow you to add or enable extensions manually. Steps to Add a PHP Extension Check Hosting SupportLog into your hosting control panel (e.g., cPanel, DirectAdmin, Plesk) and look for Select PHP Version […]

Connecting to MySQL with PHP: A Simple Guide AvaHost’s hosting platform, powered by NVMe SSDs, offers robust PHP and MySQL support, making it ideal for dynamic web applications like WordPress, Joomla, or custom CMS. This guide provides a concise walkthrough for connecting to a MySQL database using PHP on AvaHost’s VPS or dedicated server, including […]

When you’re managing a website, whether it’s a blog or an e-commerce platform hosted on ava.hosting’s reliable VPS or dedicated servers, encountering HTTP errors can be a headache. These errors occur when a web server can’t deliver the requested page to a client, communicating the issue via a code in the HTTP header. Understanding these […]

Error 500, also known as “Internal Server Error,” is a common issue in LiteSpeed hosting environments. It indicates that the server encountered an unexpected condition that prevented it from fulfilling the request. While it may seem critical, the causes are usually easy to diagnose and fix. Common Causes Incorrect .htaccess rules – Invalid directives or […]