We recommend using Netcat / Ncat, or Nmap for multiple ports instead, as Telnet is NOT encrypted and therefore insecure. The Telnet command line tool Read More >
SSH and Root Access
SSH Hosting allows for an easier workflow and faster management via the command line. SSH hosting makes managing your server’s file structure both simple and efficient. Take control of your server so that you can increase your productivity while remaining secure at the same time.
Vim is the successor of the vi terminal text editor with a long list of powerful features. Short for “Vi IMproved,” Vim is sometimes pre-installed Read More >
There are many different features found in Web Host Manager (WHM) that are useful in maintaining your dedicated server. However, not all of them are Read More >
As we continue our series on the cPHulk security features, we will show you the steps to blacklist and whitelist IP addresses via SSH. In Read More >
In this tutorial: Why use an SSH key? How to Create an SSH Key Adding an SSH Key to Your GitHub Account GitHub offers a Read More >
You might be wondering what passphrases are, how they’re different from passwords, and how you can use them effectively. Most simply, passwords are used to Read More >
Secure Shell (SSH) access grants you command-line interface (CLI) access to your web server. One of the major advantages of SSH is a secure, remote Read More >
Since Ruby is installed on shared servers, you have the ability to install gems. Learn more information on Ruby Hosting here. Gems are software packages Read More >
Now that Ruby is available on shared servers, you may need to know what version is available. In this tutorial we will show you how Read More >
If you are using a reseller hosting account, this guide shows you how to connect to an individual cPanel account via SSH using a client Read More >
If you are using the linux command line, there are several programs for you to use to edit files in SSH. This is a convenient Read More >
In this tutorial, we’re going to be using PuTTY to connect to your managed VPS, Cloud or dedicated server via SSH. For Windows users without Read More >
Closing unnecessary ports on your server is an important process for PCI compliance and server hardening in general. This reduces what information cyber attackers can Read More >
If you notice your websites or databases are running slow, it is an indication that something may be utilizing your server’s resources inefficiently. The Process Read More >
Note: that you will need root access in order to use these directions. InMotion Hosting allows root access on VPS and Dedicated Hosting plans. In Read More >
There are times when it seems your website may respond slowly. Slow response time may indicate a problem. Most just assume the server is overloaded Read More >
You can use your local router’s internal IP address to test if a port is blocked by your local network, internet service provider (ISP), or Read More >
MTR combines the purpose of ping and tracert/traceroute. MTR visualizes performance and latency issues across every machine, or hop, between your local machine and the Read More >
SSH Access is available to our VPS Hosting, Dedicated Server Hosting, Business Class Hosting, and Reller Hosting users. How can I get Shell Access? VPS/Dedicated Read More >
Shell access, commonly referred to as SSH (Secure SHell), is remote command line access to a server. Having command line access (if you’re familiar with Read More >
In our previous article, we showed you how to login to your server via SSH. If you’re following along our tutorial, the next item to Read More >
In our previous articles, we showed you how to login via ssh and also how to navigate through your folders via ssh. In this article, Read More >
In this article we’ll go over how you can copy an account from your previous host’s control panel onto your server with us. Or if Read More >
In this article we’ll go over how you can copy multiple accounts from either your previous host or another server of ours, to your new Read More >
As a VPS or Dedicated Server account owner, you may want to check to see who is actively online and send a broadcast message to Read More >
In this article I’m going to teach you how you can utilize the Linux rsync command on either your VPS (Virtual Private Server) or dedicated server Read More >
In this tutorial: Using the “top” command Using the “ps” command (This article assumes you have Dedicated Server Hosting. Is that not the case? Let Read More >
While DSO is one of the oldest PHP handlers in use, it is also one of the fastest. As such, you may find yourself looking Read More >
In this tutorial, we will be installing the PHP Handler DSO with Mod_RUID2 via the EasyApache 3 script in the command line interface. Please keep Read More >
Occasionally, you may need to upgrade your server software. This may be due to software updates, a change in configuration, or the installation of supplemental Read More >
When working with SSH (shell) there are various things you can do, among the simplest is creating and editing files that are in use on Read More >
I was recently asked how to open ports within the firewall. Since it’s been quite a while since I’ve had to do something like this, Read More >
By default, exim runs on port 25. Because a lot of internet services providers block port 25, this can cause many users problems when sending Read More >
Shell access is a great feature on our servers. This allows you to connect to the server and issue commands via a command line terminal. Read More >
SSH (short for Secured SHell) is a secure way for you to remotely access your hosting account. By using SSH, you are able to log Read More >
The Secure SHell (SSH) command line is available through a Mac using the Terminal application. A private and public key pair is required before you Read More >
SSH (Secure Shell) Access is now available for all shared, reseller, VPS, and Dedicated server accounts. Those that use SSH frequently find that managing their Read More >
The root user is a sort of “superuser” that can perform advanced system administrative tasks on your system. If you have a VPS or Dedicated Read More >
In this tutorial: 1. Adding IP to Firewall 2. Connecting with PuTTY, OpenSSH, or Terminal In this tutorial, we will show you how to connect Read More >
Note that you will require root access in order to use these directions. This tutorial will go over how to use port knocking which will Read More >
MariaDB is an open source relational database management system based on MySQL. It is a fork or developmental derivative of MySQL and provides a replacement Read More >
In this tutorial we will show you how to install/upgrade MariaDB on your VPS or Dedicated Server. It is recommended that you move from MySQL Read More >
In this tutorial we will show you how to install Percona DB server via SSH. This will allow you to replace MySQL with Percona DB Read More >
This guide will show you the steps needed to install a basic LEMP stack on your Non-cPanel server running CentOS. All the commands shown will Read More >
In this article, we will show you how to use SCP for secure file transfer between your local computer and your InMotion Hosting server. SCP Read More >
Django is an open-source framework written in python for quickly building web applications. Django includes user authentication, content management, sites maps, and several other features Read More >
Django is an open-source framework written in python for quickly building web applications. Django includes user authentication, content management, sites maps, and several other features Read More >
After downloading a file, it’s always helpful to validate it to ensure its not corrupt or malicous. You can accomplish this by comparing checksums – Read More >
In this tutorial, we will show you how to lookup a CNAME record using SSH. This can be an important step when troubleshooting redirect issues. Read More >