By: ServerPronto
With more Linux options that any other dedicated host, ServerPronto receives lots of questions regarding best practices for Linux security. Below are 9 basic tips to help you keep your server a bit more secure than the standard install. These were written for the Red Hat edition specifically, but the concepts are similar across most linux platforms.
Change the port ssh listens on.
Edit the ssh configuration file.
nano /etc/ssh/sshd_config
Locate the line “Port 22”.
Comment out this line by adding a “#” before it. ... More
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By: ServerPronto
Linux servers are treasured for their high level of security and wide application coverage. The platform delivers outstanding productivity on a variety of computers, including AMD and Intel-based hardware. Where did Linux get its start, and how did it reach the esteemed status of a major server platform?
Linux Background
The Linux OS began as a hobby of Linus Torvalds, a young student who attended the University of Helsinki in Finland. With a keen interest in ... More
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By: ServerPronto
The enterprise server OS market is dominated by Microsoft Windows, Unix and Linux. Although Unix still has a sizable share of the market, that share is declining rapidly. In contrast, Windows is performing quite well and holding steady, while the smaller Linux share is consistently growing in popularity.
The War between Windows and Linux
What does the future hold? This battle will likely come down to Windows and Linux, especially as Unix is being slowly phased ... More
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