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Paranoia is a Virtue: The 2012 Guide to Linux Server Hardening in Norway

Following the massive security breaches of 2011, default configurations are no longer acceptable. Learn how to lock down your CentOS and Debian servers using SSH keys, iptables, and Fail2Ban while ensuring compliance with Norwegian data laws.

Fortifying the Castle: Essential Linux Server Hardening for 2012

With the rise of LulzSec and automated botnets in 2011, default configurations are a death sentence. Here is the battle-tested guide to hardening your Norwegian VPS, from iptables to SSH key management.

Stop Wasting RAM: Migrating from Apache mod_php to Nginx & PHP-FPM on CentOS 6

Is your server swapping out under load? The old LAMP stack architecture is dead. Learn how to implement PHP-FPM (FastCGI Process Manager) with Nginx to triple your concurrency without upgrading your hardware.

Hardening Your Linux VPS: A Battle-Tested Security Guide

Security isn't a feature; it's a requirement. Learn the essential steps to lock down your Linux server, from iptables to SSH keys, and why Norwegian data sovereignty matters more than ever.

Lock It Down: The Definitive Linux Server Hardening Guide (2011 Edition)

In an era of rising botnets and script kiddies, a default installation is a ticking time bomb. We cover the essential steps to secure your CentOS and Debian servers, from iptables to SSH keys, ensuring your Norwegian infrastructure stays online.

Cloud Storage Myths in 2011: Why Latency is the Real Enemy

Is the "Cloud" just a marketing buzzword for slow remote servers? We dissect the state of storage technology in 2011, from spinning rust to the SSD revolution, and explain why hosting in Norway matters.

Postfix on CentOS 5: Building a Bulletproof Mail Server in Norway

Running your own mail server isn't just about sending emails; it's about control, privacy, and deliverability. Learn how to configure Postfix 2.8 correctly to avoid blacklists and ensure strict data compliance under Norwegian law.

Linux Server Hardening: The 15-Minute Survival Guide for 2011

Stop script kiddies in their tracks. A battle-hardened guide to securing your CentOS and Debian servers using iptables, SSH keys, and common sense.

Escaping SVN Hell: Building a High-Performance Private Git Server on Linux

Stop trusting your proprietary code to third-party clouds or sluggish SVN repositories. Learn how to deploy a secure, private Git server using Gitolite on Ubuntu 10.04 LTS, optimized for Norwegian teams.

Surviving the Flood: Practical DDoS Mitigation for Small Norwegian Sites

Script kiddies and LOIC attacks don't care about your uptime. Learn to harden your Linux stack with iptables, Nginx tuning, and kernel tweaks before the next SYN flood hits.

VPS vs Shared Hosting: Why Your Business Outgrew its $5 Plan

Is your site sluggish during peak hours? We analyze the technical limitations of shared hosting environments and why migrating to a Xen-based VPS in Norway is the only path for stability in 2010.

Stop Wasting RAM: The Definitive Guide to Nginx Reverse Proxy on Linux

Is Apache choking your server's memory? Discover how to implement Nginx as a high-performance reverse proxy to handle the C10K problem and reduce latency for Norwegian traffic.

Linux Server Hardening: Survival Guide for the Norwegian Sysadmin

The internet is a hostile environment. Learn how to lock down your CentOS or Debian VPS against brute-force attacks and script kiddies using tools like iptables and Fail2Ban, while keeping your data compliant with Datatilsynet standards.

IPTables Survival Guide: Locking Down Your Linux VPS in a Hostile Network

Stop script kiddies and botnets cold. We dive deep into stateful packet inspection, fail2ban configurations, and kernel-level security for serious Norwegian deployments.

Paranoia is a Virtue: The 2010 Guide to Locking Down Your Linux VPS

Script kiddies don't sleep, and neither should your firewall. A battle-hardened guide to securing CentOS and Debian servers against modern threats, from iptables strategies to hardware isolation.

Locking Down Your Box: The Definitive Linux Hardening Guide for 2009

Stop relying on obscurity. From iptables to SSH keys, here is how the pros secure RHEL and Debian systems against the rising tide of botnets.

Stop Grepping in the Dark: High-Performance Log Analysis with AWStats

Raw access logs tell the truth, but they are impossible to read. Learn how to deploy AWStats for granular traffic insights without killing your server's I/O performance. Optimized for CentOS 5 and Debian Lenny.

Surviving the Slashdot Effect: Nginx Reverse Proxy Configuration on CentOS 5

Is Apache eating all your RAM? Learn how to deploy Nginx 0.7 as a high-performance reverse proxy to handle massive concurrency without crashing your server.

Stop Killing Your Database: MySQL 5.1 Performance Tuning for High-Traffic Norwegian Sites

Default MySQL configurations are bottlenecking your application. Learn how to tune InnoDB, optimize buffer pools, and why RAID 10 is non-negotiable for serious hosting in 2009.

Stop MySQL from Eating Your RAM: Tuning the LAMP Stack for High Load

Is your MySQL 5.1 server choking under load? A battle-hardened guide to my.cnf optimization, InnoDB tuning, and why disk I/O is the silent killer of Norwegian web projects.

Linux Server Hardening: The Paranoid Admin's Survival Guide (2009 Edition)

Stop script kiddies dead in their tracks. A battle-hardened guide to locking down CentOS and Debian servers using iptables, SSH keys, and common sense. Secure your VPS now.

Apache 2.2 vs Nginx 0.7: Surviving the C10k Problem on Your VPS

Is Apache eating your RAM? We benchmark the industry standard against the rising star, Nginx, to see which server handles high concurrency in the Nordic infrastructure.

Lock It Down: Essential Linux Server Hardening in 2009

Don't let script kiddies compromise your RHEL or Debian box. From SSH keys to iptables, here is the battle-tested guide to securing your VPS in the Norwegian hosting landscape.

Escaping SVN Hell: Building a Private Git Server for Distributed Teams on CentOS 5

Stop losing code to Subversion merge conflicts. Learn how to deploy a secure, high-performance Git server using Gitosis on CoolVDS to sync your Oslo and Kyiv teams.

Postfix Survival Guide: Building a Bulletproof Mail Server in 2009

Stop wrestling with Sendmail. This battle-tested guide covers a production-ready Postfix setup on CentOS 5, including SASL auth, TLS encryption, and RBL defense strategies.

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.

Fortifying Remote Access: The Definitive OpenVPN Guide for Norwegian Infrastructure

Stop relying on 'security through obscurity'. Learn to deploy a hardened OpenVPN endpoint on CentOS 5, manage TUN/TAP interfaces correctly, and secure your Oslo-Kyiv data pipeline against snooping.

Postfix Configuration Guide: Hardening Email Servers for Reliability

Stop your emails from hitting the spam folder. A battle-hardened guide to configuring Postfix in 2009, ensuring clean headers, proper rDNS, and compliance with Norwegian data laws.

Apache vs. Lighttpd: Winning the C10k Battle on Your VPS

Is Apache's process overhead killing your server's RAM? We benchmark the industry standard against the event-driven speed demon, Lighttpd. Learn how to optimize for the Norwegian market.

Apache vs Lighttpd in 2009: Surviving the C10k Problem on Your VPS

Is Apache 2.2 eating all your RAM? We benchmark the event-driven architecture of Lighttpd against the Apache process model. Learn how to handle high concurrency on Norwegian infrastructure without upgrading your hardware.