Learn how to enable root user with SUDO

James Ensor 5wire, Blog, Support, Tutorial, VPS 16 March 2024
The root user in Linux grants unrestricted access to the system. While convenient, it can be a security risk. For this reason, many distributions disable root login by default. With our Cloud Servers, root is…
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Using our Cloud Server for your load balancing requirements

James Ensor 5wire, Servers, VPS 15 March 2024
You can achieve load balancing by deploying a dedicated load balancer software as a cloud server. Here’s a tutorial on how to set this up: 1. Choose Your Load Balancer Software Popular options include: HAProxy: Open-source…
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Best practices for securing your website with .htaccess

James Ensor 5wire, Blog, cpanel, Hosting, Security 14 March 2024
The .htaccess file offers a powerful tool for enhancing your website’s security on Apache web servers. However, it’s crucial to use it effectively to avoid unintended consequences. Here’s a guide to securing your website using…
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Choosing the right CMS for your website

James Ensor 5wire, Blog, cpanel, Hosting, WordPress 14 March 2024
WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal are all popular open-source Content Management Systems (CMS) used for building websites. But with so many options, choosing the right one can be tricky. This tutorial will explore the strengths and…
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Best practices for your Email with cPanel

James Ensor 5wire, cpanel, Hosting 13 March 2024
cPanel is a web hosting control panel that allows you to manage your website and email accounts. While cPanel itself isn’t an email server, it provides tools to configure and manage your email effectively. Here’s…
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Using Cloudflare with your website to improve security, performance, and reliability

James Ensor cpanel, Domains, Hosting, Servers, WordPress 13 March 2024
Cloudflare is a popular service that offers security, performance, and reliability benefits for your website. You can integrate Cloudflare with your cPanel account to manage your domain’s DNS records and take advantage of Cloudflare’s features.…
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Step-by-step guide: Build your website from scratch

James Ensor 5wire 13 March 2024
Creating your own website can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Whether you want a simple online presence or a full-fledged web store, there are two main approaches to building a website: Using a Website…
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Creating your reseller hosting packages with cPanel Web Host Manager

James Ensor 5wire, Blog, cpanel, Hosting 12 March 2024
WHM (Web Host Manager) allows you to manage various aspects of your web hosting server, including creating hosting packages for your clients. These packages define the resources (disk space, bandwidth, etc.) and features (email accounts,…
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How to install your Joomla website

James Ensor 5wire, Blog, cpanel, Domains, Hosting, PHP, Tutorial 12 March 2024
Here’s a guide to setting up Joomla using cPanel: Preparation Web Hosting: Ensure your cPanel account includes MySQL database and FTP access. Download Joomla! Visit the official Joomla! website and download the latest version compatible with your…
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Mastering cPanel and WebHost Manager for Resellers: Best Practices

James Ensor 5wire, Blog, cpanel, Domains, Hosting, Servers, Tutorial 12 March 2024
cPanel, combined with WHM (WebHost Manager), is a powerful duo for managing reseller hosting accounts. It streamlines administration and empowers you to offer exceptional service to your clients. This guide explores best practices to optimise…
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