Networking

iptables Tutorial: A Beginner's Guide to the Linux Firewall

May 30, 2024

Learn how to use iptables commands and see how iptables works. By following the instructions listed in this article, you'll get a better understanding of network packets, and can configure basic rules for your system and set up ports on the firewall to meet your security needs.

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Apache 403 Forbidden Error: Causes & Solutions


Despite the reliability of Apache web servers, the "403 Forbidden" error is not uncommon. This tutorial goes over different issues that could cause the Apache "403 Forbidden" error and methods to fix them.

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dig Command in Linux with Examples

May 23, 2024

dig (Domain Information Groper) command is a tool for querying DNS name servers. It is a helpful command for diagnosing DNS problems but is also used to display DNS information. Learn how to use this command by following this article.

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localhost refused to connect: 6 Ways to Fix

May 16, 2024

There are many potential causes for the "localhost refused to connect error". Troubleshoot the issue and learn how to solve the problem with this step by step guide.

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How to Enable Ubuntu Remote Desktop


This guide explains how to enable screen sharing on an Ubuntu system and remotely control it from another computer.

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How to Use Nmap to Scan for Open Ports

April 5, 2024

The Nmap hosted security tool can help you determine how well your firewall and security configuration is working. This guide will show you how to scan or check your Linux system for open ports using Nmap.

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Linux ping Command with Examples

April 2, 2024

The Linux ping command is a powerful tool for troubleshooting and testing network connectivity. In this guide, we will walk you through some of the most useful ping commands with examples.

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How to Set up & Use NGINX as a Reverse Proxy

March 14, 2024

NGINX (pronounced "Engine X") is a web server application used to set up a reverse proxy. This guide provides an in-depth look into setting up a reverse proxy via NGINX.

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How to Set up Nginx as Reverse Proxy for Docker Container


The easiest way to set up a reverse proxy is using Docker and Nginx. Learn how to set up reverse proxy for web servers by running each service in a Docker container.

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How to Redirect HTTP to HTTPS in Nginx

March 6, 2024

Nginx is a Linux-based web server and proxy that specializes in redirecting web traffic. It can be configured to redirect unencrypted HTTP web traffic to an encrypted HTTPS server. This guide will show you how to redirect HTTP to HTTPS using Nginx.

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