Install Latest Java on CentOS, AlmaLinux & Rocky Linux
As someone who manages multiple Linux servers daily, keeping them Java-ready is part of my routine. Recently, I had to install the latest Java version across CentOS Stream, AlmaLinux, or…
How to Enable Gzip Compression in Apache to Instantly Boost Website Speed
Most of the users are having issues with website loading, the load time is very high or the website feels sluggish. There’s a simple, server-side trick that can speed it…
How to Safely Upgrade Openfire to the Latest Version on Ubuntu
Upgrading your Openfire chat server is a necessary step to stay secure and benefit from the latest improvements. But let’s be honest — it can be a bit intimidating, especially…
How to Reset Root Password on RHEL (Step-by-Step)
Forgetting the root password on a Linux server feels like locking yourself out of your own house — except this “house” is a mission-critical system. Over the last decade, working…
How to Install phpMyAdmin on Amazon Linux EC2 Instance
Managing MySQL or MariaDB databases is an important aspect of website development, and having a user-friendly interface can make this process much easier. One famous utility for managing MySQL databases…
Install & Configure FastCGI on CentOS/RHEL
While managing a few CentOS or CentOS Stream and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers for my web clients, I noticed PHP scripts running slower than expected, even with PHP-FPM…
Recommended Swap Size for Linux
Managing swap space effectively is a critical part of Linux memory management. Whether you’re running Ubuntu on a laptop or managing a CentOS-based web server, understanding the recommended swap size…
Filter Apache Logs by Date Using sed Command
I remember the first time I was asked to audit an Apache server after a suspected security incident. The log file was over 1GB, and I had to quickly find…
How to Create and Mount tmpfs in Linux for Temporary In-Memory Storage
This blog post provides a practical guide on utilizing tmpfs Linux systems. tmpfs is a temporary filesystem that resides in RAM, offering faster access compared to traditional disk storage. It’s…
Install PHP Version ( 5.4 & 5.5 ) on Linux ( CentOS, RHEL and Fedora )
This post was originally published on April 6, 2014 . The content may be outdated or no longer applicable due to recent updates in technology or software versions. Please verify…