Server Technologies: Learning How Your Favorite Websites Work

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
• Understanding Linux Operating Systems
• Basic CSF Commands
• Basic APF Commands

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
• Reading Traceroutes
• Root Access FAQ
• How to Generate SSH Keys

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
• How to Import Databases Using phpMyAdmin
• What is SQL?
• MySQL vs MariaDB

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
• How to Install the ModSecurity Apache Module
• How to Add Apache Modules
• Apache Codes