Jeff Wilson, Author at RoseHosting

How to Install Java 21 on Ubuntu 24.04

May 8, 2024 by Jeff Wilson

Java is a high-class object-oriented programming language that lets programmers or administrators run everywhere without recompiling. Java code is compiled and can run on any Java virtual machine regardless of the underlying computer architecture. The Oracle corporation maintains Java and has automatic garbage collection, which means that it automatically manages the memory and helps the programmer avoid doing that task manually. Learning how to install Java 21 on Ubuntu 24.04 is a straightforward process that may take up to 15 minutes. Let’s get started!

Chroot Linux command with examples

May 6, 2024 by Jeff Wilson

This tutorial will explain the chroot Linux command using real examples.

The chroot Linux command is a shorthand for “change root”. We use it to change the apparent root directory for a running process and its children. Chroot runs a command with a specified root directory and is executed by the superuser, commonly known as the root user on many Linux systems. In the following paragraphs, we will explain the syntax of the command, describe the options within the command in more detail, and show you real-life examples used daily by Linux system administrators.

How to Conduct a Website Security Audit

May 1, 2024 by Jeff Wilson

Website Security Audit Multiple Monitors

Security breaches are a common fear of businesses and customers alike. No one wants their data, personal details, or money stolen due to poor website security policies. That’s why a regular website security audit is essential to any business website.

Whether you’ve just built a website for your business or your current website has been ticking along too long without a vulnerability assessment, this guide will take you step by step through the process.

How to Install Nextcloud on Ubuntu 24.04

April 29, 2024 by Jeff Wilson

In this tutorial, we are going to explain in step-by-step detail how to install Nextcloud on Ubuntu 24.04

Nextcloud is a client-server software written in PHP and Javascript that stores data. Its functionality is similar to that of Dropbox, Google Drive, and Office 365. Nextcloud uses MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQLite to store the data. It can be installed on different operating systems and offers a variety of features such as multi-factor authentication, monitoring capabilities, full-text search, etc. In this blog post, we will install Nextcloud and the LAMP stack.

Installing Nextcloud on Ubuntu 24.04 is straightforward and may take up to 15 minutes. Let’s get started!

How to Install Magento 2 on Ubuntu 24.04

May 7, 2024April 24, 2024 by Jeff Wilson

Magento is an open-source ecommerce platform built in PHP. It is a market-leading player in the e-commerce world. Adobe acquired the company in 2018. Magento is designed to help businesses develop, with versions geared to small, medium, and enterprise-level organizations. The open-source platform includes built-in functionality, like integrated checkout, payment and shipping, catalog management, customer accounts, etc. This tutorial shows you how to install Magento 2 on Ubuntu 24.04.

WordPress vs Squarespace: Evaluating the Pros and Cons

April 29, 2024April 22, 2024 by Jeff Wilson

Choosing between WordPress vs Squarespace for your website can affect both your internal workflow and your visitor experience. Both platforms offer distinct features tailored to different needs, though there is overlap which makes them worth comparing. While both platforms are popular, they have plenty of differences that may make you reconsider which is best for your specific needs.

How to Install LAMP on Ubuntu 24.04

April 29, 2024April 17, 2024 by Jeff Wilson

How to Install LAMP Stack on Ubuntu 24.04

This tutorial will teach you how to install LAMP on Ubuntu 24.04.

The LAMP stack is a shortcut for Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP. As we know, Ubuntu 24.04 is a Linux OS, Apache is a web server used for serving website files, MySQL is a database management system, and PHP is the programming language. This stack is used on millions of websites hosted on different servers. Every system administrator handles issues related to the LAMP stack daily.

Installing the LAMP stack on Ubuntu 24.04 is straightforward and may take up to 15 minutes. Let’s get started!

How to Install WordPress on Ubuntu 24.04

April 29, 2024April 15, 2024 by Jeff Wilson

WordPress is a free and open-source content management system (CMS) that allows users to create and manage websites, blogs, and online stores. It is built on PHP and uses a MySQL database, providing a user-friendly interface for managing website content, themes, plugins, and other aspects of the site. WordPress’s key features are its flexibility and extensibility, allowing users to customize their websites with themes and plugins to meet their specific needs. WordPress powers millions of websites worldwide, from personal blogs to large corporate websites. Its popularity is partly due to its ease of use, extensive customization options, and a large community of developers contributing themes, plugins, and support. In this blog post, we’ll explain step-by-step how to install WordPress on Ubuntu 24.04.