Category: server management
How to configure LEMP with WordPress and Let’s Encrypt
The LEMP (Linux, Engine-X/Nginx, MySQL/MariaDB, PHP) configuration is often the preferred choice for high-traffic WordPress sites due to Nginx’s event-driven architecture, which […]
Mistakes every beginner sysadmin makes
Systems administration is an area where experience often comes right after you need it. Every senior sysadmin has “war” stories about the […]
Complete Guide to DirectAdmin for Administrators: Installation, Security, and Performance
This is a Complete Guide to DirectAdmin for Administrators, covering Installation, Security, and Performance. DirectAdmin is one of the most widely used […]
Ideal PHP settings for WordPress
Below are ideal PHP settings for WordPress in production, focused on performance, stability, and security, used on medium to high traffic websites. […]
Difference between VPS, dedicated server and cloud: when to use each one
The choice between VPS, dedicated server, and cloud depends primarily on project size, budget, scalability needs, and desired level of control. Below […]
PHP-FPM: How to Calculate pm.max_children Correctly
What is pm.max_children? This is the maximum number of simultaneous PHP processes that the pool can execute. Each process = 1 active […]
Common mistakes when managing hosting servers.
Here are some common mistakes when managing hosting servers, focusing on Linux, Dedicated, VPS, and production server environments — well-suited for those […]
How to choose the best VPS for your project.
Choosing the best VPS (Virtual Private Server) for your project is a strategic decision—it impacts performance, cost, scalability, and security. The ideal […]
Web Server War: Apache vs. Nginx vs. Litespeed – Real benchmarks.
This is the “War of Thrones” of systems administration. And, unlike many theoretical discussions, here the numbers speak louder. The Benchmark Summary […]