What is Maldet? Maldet is a commonly used abbreviation for Linux Malware Detect (LMD), a malware scanner for Linux released under the GNU GPLv2 license. What makes Maldet unique, is that it is designed around the threats faced in shared hosting environments. Maldet works by using threat data from network
ConfigServer Firewall (or CSF) is a free and advanced firewall available for most Linux distributions, which manipulates iptables chains while also providing greater functionality that iptables doesn’t offer. In addition to the basic functionality of a firewall – filtering packets on IP addresses, services, and ports – CSF includes other
If you’re looking to migrate your WordPress Site from one host server to another via cPanel and aren’t sure where to begin, read on to learn how to easily transition your site without losing your data. Migrating Your WordPress Site with cPanel To migrate your WordPress site using cPanel,
In the diverse ecosystem of Linux, managing security credentials is a fundamental skill for both casual users and system administrators. Whether you are updating a forgotten login, rotating keys for security compliance, or performing emergency recovery on a locked system, knowing the right commands and environments is essential. This
What is Kernel? The kernel is the central module of an operating system (OS). It is the part of the operating system that loads first, and it remains in main memory. Because it stays in memory, it is important for the kernel to be as small as possible while still
What is CloudLinux? CloudLinux is a linux based operating system designed to give shared hosting providers a more stable and secure OS. Essentially a set of kernel modifications to the Linux distribution, CloudLinux implements features to enable system administrators to take fine-grained control of their server’s resource usage. By isolating
When using MySQL, it’s important to keep backups of your databases to ensure you are able to restore them in the event of data loss. Downloading copies in the form of .sql files, can save you unnecessary stress and prevent future headaches. By using MySQL to import a SQL file,
Is RAID 1 an Outdated Way of Thinking? As the price of flash storage has come down over the years we thought it would be worth wondering out loud if there was a better alternative to the old RAID 1 setup. I want to predicate this article by stating no
Shortcode: Dedicated Server, Cloud and IaaS provider, Hivelocity, has announced this week the completion of several audits elevating their Tampa Bay data center to new compliance standards. Hivelocity attained their SSAE-16 audit as well as both HIPAA and PCI compliance. Each of these audits inspects specific areas of operation including
Although many think of this as simply “server operation outsourcing,” there are a number of things that customers have to figure out when they are selecting colocation services; things that they are responsible for even though the servers will be housed off-site. Hardware and Operational Questions Obviously, those who are
Zimbra 8 is a Free Email Server and is considered an Exchange replacement. Zimbra has an easy to use Web GUI that will allow you to manage your email efficiently. Here are the steps to take when installing Zimbra a Free VPS or Dedicated Server 1. Install CentOS 64 bit