Set Up and Manage Your Virtual Private Server: Making System Administration Accessible to Professionals

A comprehensive guide to system administration, focusing on Virtual Private Servers (VPS). It meticulously covers topics from understanding what a VPS is and selecting a provider to basic Linux administration via both command line and graphical interfaces like Webmin. The text also explores crucial aspects of server security, including file permissions and firewalls, and explains backup strategies and disaster recovery. Furthermore, it provides detailed instructions for installing and managing server software like MySQL and WordPress, while also introducing a range of other open-source applications for diverse uses, such as Moodle, osTicket, OpenVPN, and MediaWiki, helping users extend their VPS...