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FTP is Dead: Why Smart Sysadmins in Norway Are Moving to SFTP (And How to Do It)

Still using plain FTP? You are broadcasting passwords in cleartext. Here is how to lock down your server using SFTP and OpenSSH chroots on CentOS 5 and Debian Lenny.

Hardening Linux in 2009: Stop Script Kiddies Before They Root Your Box

Default CentOS installs are a security nightmare. Learn the essential iptables rules, SSH hardening techniques, and kernel tweaks required to survive the hostile internet of 2009. Don't let a brute-force botnet turn your server into a zombie.

FTP is Dead: Why SFTP is the Only Safe Choice for Your VPS in 2009

Sending passwords in cleartext is professional suicide. With the recent Gumblar exploits targeting FTP, we detail how to lock down your Norwegian VPS using OpenSSH's chroot features.

Lock It Down: Essential Linux Server Hardening for 2009

Default installations are honey pots for script kiddies. Learn the battle-tested iptables rules and SSH configs that keep your Norway VPS secure while others get rooted.

Stop Bleeding Data: The End of FTP and the Move to SFTP Chroots

Sending passwords in cleartext is professional negligence. Learn how to implement secure, chrooted SFTP on your servers using OpenSSH 5, ensuring compliance with Norwegian data laws without sacrificing speed.

The Fortress Approach: Hardening Your Linux VPS Against Intruders

A default Linux installation is a sitting duck. In this guide, we cover essential 2009-era security practices: hardening SSH, configuring IPTables, and optimizing for the Norwegian threat landscape.

Securing the Norwegian Web: The Essential Guide to Web Application Firewall (WAF) Implementation in 2009

With cyber threats escalating in 2009, Norwegian businesses must look beyond standard firewalls. This guide details how to implement a WAF on VDS and Dedicated Servers to meet PCI DSS 6.6 and secure customer data.

Mastering Firewall Configuration for Web Servers: A 2009 Guide for Norwegian Businesses

Secure your VDS and Dedicated Servers against rising cyber threats. Learn essential firewall configurations for Linux and Windows Server 2008 tailored for the Norwegian IT landscape.