--- title: "Server Technologies: Learning How Your Favorite Websites Work" description: "Whenever you connect to a website, you may find yourself wondering how it all works. The following articles should help you learn about the various types of server technology that allow some of your..." url: https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/ date: 2021-01-21 modified: 2023-07-18 author: "InMotion Hosting Contributor" type: page lang: en --- # Server Technologies: Learning How Your Favorite Websites Work ![Server Technology Hero Image](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Server-Technology_-Learning-How-Your-Favorite-Websites-Work-1024x538.png) Whenever you connect to a website, you may find yourself wondering how it all works. The following articles should help you learn about the various types of server technology that allow some of your favorite websites to exist. ## Linux Linux is one of the most common operating systems used for servers and encompasses a wide array of technologies. Generally, Linux is open-source, meaning it is far more open to customization than operating systems such as Windows. - [Understanding Linux Daemons](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/linux/understanding-linux-daemons/) - [Understanding Linux Operating Systems](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/linux/understanding-linux-operating-systems/) - [Basic CSF Commands](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/linux/basic-csf-commands/) - [Basic APF Commands](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/linux/basic-apf-commands/) ## SSH One of the key ways to interact with a Linux-based server is through an SSH connection. Through this connection, you can set up root-level access and make advanced changes to your server configuration. - [How to Add SSH Keys to Your Github Account](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/ssh/how-to-add-ssh-keys-to-your-github-account/) - [Reading Traceroutes](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/ssh/read-traceroute/) - [Root Access FAQ](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/ssh/root-access-faq/) - [How to Generate SSH Keys](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/ssh/how-to-generate-ssh-keys/) ## Working With Databases Databases are one of the fundamental server technologies used by websites and other applications to store large amounts of data in a reliable way. Software such as MySQL and phpMyAdmin provide users a way to create and manage databases. - [Database Error 1064](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/databases/error-1064/) - [How to Import Databases Using phpMyAdmin](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/databases/import-database-using-phpmyadmin/) - [What is SQL?](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/databases/what-is-sql/) - [MySQL vs MariaDB](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/databases/mysql-versus-mariadb/) ## Apache One of the most popular server technologies used for web hosting is Apache. This server software facilitates connections between your server and the rest of the internet, allowing users to visit your websites and connect to applications on your server. - [How to Enable HTTP/2 in Apache](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/apache/enable-http-2-apache/) - [How to Install the ModSecurity Apache Module](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/apache/install-modsecurity-apache-module/) - [How to Add Apache Modules](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/apache/add-apache-modules/) - [Apache Codes](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server/apache/apache-codes/) - [Running Out of Disk Space on VPS](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/product-guides/vps-hosting/running-out-of-disk-space-on-vps/) - [Modify Domain Registration Details](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/domain-names/modify-domain-registration-details/) - [How to Verify Your Website With Google Search Console](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/website/google-tools/google-website-verification/) - [How to Fix Zone Editor Errors in cPanel and WHM](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/edu/cpanel/zone-editor-manager-error-in-cpanel-or-whm/) - [Reset DNS for Domain to cPanel Defaults](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/edu/cpanel/reset-dns-for-domain-to-cpanel-defaults/) - [Using Third-Party Domains with InMotion Hosting](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/domain-names/using-third-party-domains/) - [cPanel & WHM Version 136: What’s New](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/news/cpanel-whm-version-136/) - [SMTP and ESMTP Error Code List](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/email/smtp-and-esmtp-error-code-list/) - [Common Email Error Messages](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/email/typical-email-error-messages/) - [How to Install the cPanel Cache Manager](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/edu/cpanel/install-cpanel-cache-manager/) - [Enable Under Attack Mode in Cloudflare](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/website/cloudflare/enable-under-attack-mode-in-cloudflare/) - [How to Install ConfigServer Security & Firewall (CSF) on Ubuntu](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/security/install-csf-on-ubuntu/) - [Locked Out of AMP? Here’s How to Reset Your Password](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/amp/i-forgot-my-amp-password/) - [WordPress 7.0 Armstrong Released: What’s New](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/edu/wordpress/wordpress-news/wordpress-7-0-armstrong-released/) - [Fix CWP Spamhaus Email Blocking Caused by Open Resolver Error](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/edu/control-web-panel/cwp-spamhaus-email-blocking/) - [How to Set Up Cloudflare with InMotion Hosting](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/website/cloudflare/setting-up-cloudflare/) - [cPanel Security Patch Advisory for May 13, 2026: 5 CVEs Up to High Severity](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/news/cpanel-may-2026-pre-patch-advisory/) - [WHMCS Security Advisory: CVE-2026-29204 Requires Immediate Update](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/news/whmcs-cve-2026-29204-customer-action/) - [cPanel Security Patch Advisory for May 8, 2026: 3 CVEs Disclosed](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/news/cpanel-cve-2026-29201-29202-29203-patch-advisory/) - [Node.js 26 Released: What’s New](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/news/nodejs-v26-released/) - 1 - [2](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server.md?lcp_page0=2#lcp_instance_0) - [3](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server.md?lcp_page0=3#lcp_instance_0) - [4](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server.md?lcp_page0=4#lcp_instance_0) - [5](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server.md?lcp_page0=5#lcp_instance_0) - [6](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server.md?lcp_page0=6#lcp_instance_0) - [261](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server.md?lcp_page0=261#lcp_instance_0) - [>>](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/server.md?lcp_page0=2#lcp_instance_0)