Ubuntu Ubuntu is a Debian-based distribution, often considered the best distribution if you are new to the Linux system. Ubuntu has widespread use in personal and desktop systems but is also used in servers across the internet. The feature that stands out in Ubuntu is its use of GNOME (GNU Network Object Model Environment), a graphical user interface […]
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What Is CentOS?
CentOS, an acronym for Community Enterprise Operating System, is a Linux distribution that aims to provide a free and open-source alternative to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). It is built from the same source code as RHEL, but with the branding and trademarked elements removed. CentOS is developed and maintained by a community of volunteers, […]
What is MongoDB? Introduction, Architecture, Features & Example
What is MongoDB? MongoDB is an open-source, cross-platform, and distributed document-based database designed for ease of application development and scaling. It is a NoSQL database developed by MongoDB Inc. MongoDB name is derived from the word “Humongous” which means huge, enormous. MongoDB database is built to store a huge amount of data and also perform fast. […]
What Is NGINX?
What Is NGINX? NGINX is open-source web server software used for reverse proxy, load balancing, and caching. It provides HTTPS server capabilities and is mainly designed for maximum performance and stability. It also functions as a proxy server for email communications protocols, such as IMAP, POP3, and SMTP. The NGINX Architecture By implementing event-driven, asynchronous, […]
What is a DNS server? What is the purpose of a DNS server?
What is a DNS server? The Domain Name System (DNS) is the phonebook of the Internet. When users type domain names such as ‘google.com’ or ‘nytimes.com’ into web browsers, DNS is responsible for finding the correct IP address for those sites. Browsers then use those addresses to communicate with origin servers or CDN edge servers to access website information. This all happens thanks […]
What is Apache Web Server?
Apache HTTP Server is a free and open-source web server that delivers web content through the internet. It is commonly referred to as Apache and after development, it quickly became the most popular HTTP client on the web. It’s widely thought that Apache gets its name from its development history and process of improvement through applied […]
What is MYSQL?
MySQL, the most popular Open Source SQL database management system, is developed, distributed, and supported by Oracle Corporation. MySQL is a database management system.A database is a structured collection of data. It may be anything from a simple shopping list to a picture gallery or the vast amounts of information in a corporate network. To […]
What is PHP? The PHP Programming Language Meaning Explained.
PHP is an open-source server-side scripting language that many devs use for web development. It is also a general-purpose language that you can use to make lots of projects, including Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs). In this article, I will help you explore the world of PHP so you can learn how it works and its […]
What is a Web Server and How Does it Work?
web server A web server is software and hardware that uses HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) and other protocols to respond to client requests made over the World Wide Web. The main job of a web server is to display website content through storing, processing and delivering webpages to users. Besides HTTP, web servers also support SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) and […]