SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is used to encrypt communication between a website and its users. However, sometimes users encounter SSL security errors when visiting a website. These errors can be caused by various factors, including expired certificates, misconfigurations, or outdated browsers. In this article, we’ll explore common SSL security errors and how to fix them. […]
Managing users is an essential part of system administration in Linux. In some cases, you may need to delete a user account, such as when an employee leaves a company or when you no longer need a specific user on your system. In this article, we’ll show you how to delete a user in Linux […]
A robots.txt file is a simple text file that tells search engines which sections of your site can or cannot be indexed. If you want to restrict access to certain pages, directories or files, you can set up these restrictions in robots.txt. Using AlexHost services, you will get full access to manage this file, which […]
File Sharing on AlexHost VPS: Secure, Efficient, and Privacy-Focused Why file sharing on AlexHost? File sharing is vital for collaboration, large file transfers, and secure document exchange. AlexHost’s VPS with NVMe SSD storage, LiteSpeed, full root access, and DDoS protection provides a fast, secure platform for self-hosted file sharing tools like Nextcloud or ownCloud. While […]
IMAP vs POP3: Email’s Dynamic Duo Showdown Why choose between IMAP and POP3? IMAP and POP3 are the classic email fetchers, but in 2025’s multi-device world, they’re worlds apart. IMAP’s your sync wizard for phones, laptops, and tabs; POP3’s the old-school downloader for solo offline vibes. Both pull mail from servers, but pick wrong and […]
SSH (Secure Shell) is a protocol that provides a secure way to access and manage remote servers. Installing and configuring an SSH server on Debian allows you to remotely control your server securely over a network. In this article, we’ll cover how to install and configure an SSH server on Debian. Step 1: Install OpenSSH […]
Secure File Transfers with SFTP on AlexHost VPS Why SFTP on AlexHost? SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) is your go-to for securely moving files between your local machine and an AlexHost VPS. By leveraging SSH encryption, it keeps your data safe from prying eyes, unlike old-school FTP. With AlexHost’s robust Ubuntu VPS—complete with root access […]
A subdomain is a prefix added to your main domain name to help organize or separate different sections of your website. Subdomains are useful for hosting different types of content, such as a blog, an online store, or a separate application, under the same primary domain. In this article, we will explain what subdomains are […]
An SSL certificate is crucial to protect the communication between your web server and users. By using SSL, you ensure that data is encrypted and that your site is trustworthy. In this article, we’ll help you set up an SSL certificate on Nginx, one of the most popular web servers. Step 1: Install Certbot Certbot […]
WordPress is one of the most popular platforms for creating websites, including e-commerce stores. With the help of plugins like WooCommerce, you can easily turn your WordPress site into an online store. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to create an online store in WordPress. Step 1: Set up hosting and install […]