Step-by-Step Server Hosting Setup: cPanel/Plesk on AlmaLinux

Introduction

Server hosting is a critical component for web services today. In this article, we will explore the step-by-step installation of cPanel or Plesk on AlmaLinux, focusing on diagnosing and solving server issues.

Diagnosing Server Issues

If you suspect an issue with your server, it's important to identify the source first. You can check the status of your server using the following commands:

• top: Displays the current process status on the server.
• htop: A more visual process manager that allows you to see processes under load instantly.
• dmesg: Shows errors related to hardware and the kernel.
• journalctl -xe: Checks system logs, helping you find the source of errors.

Server Hosting Setup

1. AlmaLinux Installation

First, download the AlmaLinux ISO file and write it to your server. Then, boot the server and follow the installation wizard.

2. Installing Required Packages

After connecting to the server via SSH, install the necessary packages:

sudo dnf install -y epel-release

3. Installing cPanel or Plesk

To install cPanel:

cd /home && curl -o latest -L https://securedownloads.cpanel.net/latest && sh latest

To install Plesk:

sh <(curl http://autoinstall.plesk.com/one-click-installer)

4. Restarting Server Services

After installation is complete, restart the necessary services:

sudo systemctl restart httpd

sudo systemctl restart mysql

Performance Optimization

To enhance your server's performance post-installation, follow these steps:

• Use a web server like LiteSpeed or NGINX.
• Optimize the MySQL configuration file (e.g., increase innodb_buffer_pool_size in the my.cnf file).

Security Measures

To enhance your server's security:

• Install an SSL Certificate.
• Set firewall rules and provide DDoS protection.

Conclusion

You have successfully completed the cPanel or Plesk installation on AlmaLinux. You learned step-by-step methods to solve potential server hosting issues.