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How to Secure your Server :: Install a firewall (APF)

By AminTaheri

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Having a Firewall (APF) is a must have in my opinion - for hopefully obvious reasons. Here is how to do it.. more »

How to Secure your Server :: Restrict SSH Access

By AminTaheri

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These are measures that can be taken to secure your server, with SSH access. I would highly recomend to restrict and secure SSH access, bind sshd to a single IP that is different than the main IP to the server (if possible), and on a different ... more »

How to Connect Your Linux Home Server to Your Windows-Based Network

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Did you know that it has always been possible to connect your Linux home server to your Windows-based network? Even though there has always been some friction between Linux and Microsoft, the two share some industry-standard components. Utilizing ... more »

How to Cope When You Know Your Server Has a Virus

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An ounce of prevention equals a pound of cure. This saying speaks volumes in the world of server environments. If your server gets a virus, it can wreak havoc on your system. And viruses are still possible to contract despite your best prevention ... more »

How to Secure your Server :: Install Brute Force Detection

By AminTaheri

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Having Brute Force attack prevention (BFD) is a must have in my opinion. It allows you to see who is trying to break into your server, and can automatically ban those user's IPs from further access to your computer. Here is how to do it.. more »

How to Load Test a Server

By eHow Computers Editor

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To prevent your server from crashing, you should perform a load test on your server. A load test allows you to see exactly how many simultaneous web users can access your server without delays. There are several different methods for load testing ... more »

How to Secure a Windows 2003 Server

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This article explains how to secure a Windows 2003 server. The following tips are essential in making the Windows 2003 server secure... more »

How to Secure your Server :: Disable Telnet

By AminTaheri

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Telnet is a very unsecure protocol and passes passwords in plain text, you should disable this - but only do so after you have setup SSH and it works afterwards... more »

How to Build a Print Server From an Old Computer

By eHow Computers Editor

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An old computer won't fetch you anything on eBay, nor will it run any respectable OS or programs. But don't throw out your old system! You can build a print server from an old computer and save tons of money and finally put that ancient defunct ... more »

How to Determine Whether to Purchase a Dedicated Server

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Dedicated servers are advantageous only for websites with enough traffic to justify the costs. Purchasing a dedicated server can either be an investment or a waste of money. Following these steps, you can determine if you need to purchase a ... more »

How to Build a Multimedia Server From an Old System

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Don't throw away your old computer! With a couple adapters and a wireless network, you can build a Multimedia Server from your old system. Even a dinosaur of a PC will work, it just takes a little bit of ingenuity and these steps... more »

How to hack school computers (Complete Guide)

By Tweek45

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Want to know how to do virtually ANYTHING on a network? Like at school or work?!? -Learn How to change administrator pass -Learn How to create administrator accounts - + Many others..... more »

How to Set Up a Home Server

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If you have multiple computers that share files, you may wish to set up a home server. You'll be able to access files from any of the computers, and you can store and back up files in a common location. Find out how to set up a home server... more »

How to test your hard drive speed.

By Todd Bearrows

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Ever wondered how fast your hard drive really is? This article will show you a free way to find out... more »

How to Build a Linux Based Web Server

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When you build a web server using Linux, your server should be stable, and you'll have solid software for a relatively small investment. A large percentage of the commercial web servers available are running on Linux and using the Apache web ... more »

How to Make Your Server More Secure by Changing the Port of Access

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Server security is a major concern in today’s computer environment. This system helps protect against losing vital business data, as well as protects against identity theft and credit card fraud. One way that you can make your server more secure ... more »

How to Migrate Data From a UNIX Server to a Windows Server

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Sometimes, you need to transfer your UNIX server files to a Window-based server. Read on to learn how to migrate data from a UNIX server to a Windows server... more »

How to Set Up a Home Development Server

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If you'd like to test code you have written, you may want to set up a home development server. This way, you can see how the code responds to user traffic without having to use a live server. You'll just need some simple software and a spare ... more »

How to Set Up a Home-Based Web Server

By eHow Computers Editor

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With a home-based Web server, you can host your own Web site, file server or blog on your own terms. Follow these steps to set up your server... more »

How to Set Up Multiple Domains on a Web Server

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If you have a home computer that functions as a Web server, you may want to set up multiple domains. This may sound complicated, but you can do it with a little bit of knowledge and some software. It should only take a few minutes to set up your ... more »

How to Shop for an Internet Connection

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Faster is better. Or is it? When it comes to choosing an Internet connection there is more to consider than the need for speed. Cost, availability, customer service and security all factor into your decision. Consider the different types of ... more »

How to trouble shoot a rebooting computer

By Todd Bearrows

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If your computer is randomly rebooting I have a couple things you can check... more »

How to Understand the Definition of a Dedicated Server

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If you're concerned about your server's slow performance and the low income it generates, a dedicated server may be the solution. As you might suspect from its name, a dedicated server hosts only one client. To learn how it works, read on... more »

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