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Question: How do I find out what Linux programs are using my ports? Answer: Running a Linux dedicated server can be a big responsibility, so it is good to know shortcuts for some of the more sticky situations that arise. If you ever have a situation where you cannot start …

In a ruling issued last week, a Los Angeles court ruled that a web host did not breach contract by suspending a rude customer. The individual in question became angry after his hosting account was suspended for nonpayment. After leaving a rude voicemail at the company’s headquarters, the web host …

Paying for any service in a timely manner is always a good idea, but as a VPS user on a web hosting forum discovered, not paying your host could mean losing your data. In this particular case, the individual was 40 days late on his VPS payment. The host terminated …

Question: Who is “nobody”, and why is he running so many programs on my server? Am I being hacked? Answer: On a Linux-based dedicated server, every application must be run by a particular user. On a desktop system, programs are usually either run by the local user or the system. …

Typically, when you register your domain name, the system automatically points your domain to your registrar’s name servers. If the registrar will also act as your web host, you do not need to do anything else. Often times, however, users seek web hosting from companies other than their registrars. The …

Forums are a great way to exchange information and communicate on the web. They are one of the most popular types of sites, but forum admins are often unsure of what type of hosting they need. Unfortunately, the answer isn’t simple. Forums can be very resource-intensive and depending on the …

It is always important to check your website logs. Many web hosting providers will give you access to them, even if they do not tell you they do. In a virtual hosting account, there will be a log directory with Apache server logs. Among other things, it will tell you …

Question: What is reseller hosting and how does it differ from dedicated server hosting? Answer: Reseller hosting is when a web hosting provider sells you a number of bulk hosting accounts that you can then turn around and market to your own customers for profit. It differs from a dedicated …

Question: What are some common port numbers used in web hosting? Answer: Most firewalls come configured with the essential port numbers open and the rest of them closed. Nevertheless, it is still important to know which ports do what, whether you are running a dedicated server or just one shared …

Whether you are running a dedicated server, a reseller business, or just a shared hosting website, you will undoubtedly encounter a few errors now and then. Knowing what each error code means can go a long way. Below are some common Apache web server error codes: 404 Not Found This …