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Editing Files with the Nano Text Editor
Learn to install and use Nano, a user-friendly command-line text editor, with essential shortcuts like Ctrl-O to save and Ctrl-X to exit.
File and Directory Management in Linux
In Linux, nearly everything is treated as a file. Our collection of articles covers the essential commands for managing files and directorie…
File Permissions
File permissions define access to files and folders on a server or website, or the ability to execute a file/script/etc.
Find Common Log Files on WHM / cPanel Servers
Find log file locations on WHM/cPanel servers. Covers Apache, Exim, MySQL & more to help you troubleshoot server errors and monitor activity…
Forcing SSL Connections Using .htaccess
For a secure connection, use .htaccess rules to redirect insecure traffic from http://mysite.com to https://mysite.com, assuming you have an…
Generating a CSR in Linux CentOS 7
Follow our step-by-step guide to generate a CSR in Linux CentOS 7 and secure your web traffic with SSL certificates.
Getting Started with AlmaLinux
CentOS is transitioning to CentOS Stream, prompting the emergence of AlmaLinux, a supported alternative.
Getting Started with Cloud Linux
CloudLinux is a control manager for your Linux server that allows you to partition, allocate, and limit server resources like memory, CPU, a…
Getting Started with Your Linux Server
New to Linux? Get started with your Linux server. Learn basic commands for AlmaLinux/Ubuntu, how to run updates, and how to troubleshoot com…
Granting sudo Permissions
Linux offers a robust permissions system for controlling file and server access. Users can elevate permissions using the sudo command.
How to Add a User and Grant Root Privileges on CentOS 6.5
Working from a CentOS 6.5 server as root, these instructions are intended specifically for adding a user on this operating system.
How to change permissions for MySQL users
How Nexcess clients can use SiteWorx to change permissions for MySQL users.