mysqldump is a command-line utility provided by MySQL that allows you to create logical backups of MySQL databases. This tool is widely used for creating database backups, exporting databases to other servers, and migrating databases between MySQL versions or different systems. It is a simple, powerful, and flexible way to back up and restore databases, […]

Google Public DNS is a free, global Domain Name System (DNS) resolution service that you can use to improve your internet browsing speed, security, and reliability. By configuring your network to use Google Public DNS, you can replace your ISP’s default DNS servers with Google’s DNS servers. Google’s DNS server addresses are: Primary DNS: 8.8.8.8 […]

In the world of Linux, package management is a crucial aspect that enables users to install, update, upgrade, and remove software packages efficiently. Different Linux distributions use different package managers for handling software packages, and among the most popular are apt and yum. These tools provide a way to manage software, ensuring that users can […]

Running resource-intensive applications or data processing tasks? AlexHost’s Dedicated Servers provide the perfect environment to harness the power of multiprocessing in Python. With high-performance CPUs, dedicated resources, and robust infrastructure, AlexHost ensures your applications run efficiently, even under heavy computational loads. Whether you’re crunching data, running simulations, or deploying machine learning models, AlexHost’s solutions are […]

Lock Down Your Site with Apache htpasswd on AlexHost Ubuntu VPS Why use htpasswd? Apache’s htpasswd is your quick ticket to securing web directories—think admin panels or dev sites—with a simple username/password gate. It’s lightweight, perfect for basic access control, and a breeze to set up on an AlexHost Ubuntu VPS running Apache. This guide […]

Faker is a powerful PHP library that generates fake, but realistic, data for testing and seeding databases. In Laravel, Faker is integrated with Eloquent model factories, making it easy to create models with random data for development, testing, and seeding purposes. Using Faker, you can populate your database with realistic names, addresses, emails, and other […]

WHM (Web Host Manager) is a powerful web-based server management control panel that allows administrators and resellers to manage multiple cPanel accounts on a server. It is typically used for managing web hosting environments and is a critical tool for web hosting companies and large-scale website managers. WHM is often paired with cPanel, which is […]

A Connection Timeout error in FileZilla FTP typically occurs when FileZilla is unable to connect to the server within the specified time limit. This can be caused by various issues, such as incorrect configuration, network restrictions, server-side settings, or firewalls blocking the connection. Here’s a guide on how to troubleshoot and resolve the connection timeout […]

Understanding www and public_html: Your Website’s Home Base What are www and public_html directories, and why do they matter? In web hosting, public_html and www directories are the heart of your website, holding all the files—HTML, CSS, images, and scripts—that make your site accessible online. Whether you’re using shared hosting or cPanel, understanding these directories […]

Leverage WHOIS Lookups with AlexHost Why use WHOIS on AlexHost? WHOIS lookups reveal domain ownership, registration details, and nameservers, aiding transparency and troubleshooting. AlexHost’s NVMe-powered VPS and secure domain management ensure fast, reliable WHOIS queries for your domains. This guide covers performing WHOIS lookups and their benefits on AlexHost in 2025. What Information Can Be […]