From 8fb106ff43550bbc8b0a6c8973c576458394878a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Nathan Steel Date: Sun, 22 May 2022 23:03:31 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] WIP: server setup guide --- blog/debian-server-setup.html | 99 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ blog/guide-to-server-hosting.html | 112 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ blog/index.html | 7 ++ 3 files changed, 218 insertions(+) create mode 100644 blog/debian-server-setup.html create mode 100644 blog/guide-to-server-hosting.html diff --git a/blog/debian-server-setup.html b/blog/debian-server-setup.html new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5c9a49a --- /dev/null +++ b/blog/debian-server-setup.html @@ -0,0 +1,99 @@ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + Debian Server Setup + + + +
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Debian Server Setup

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This section assumes you have a fresh Debian 11 install on a server (either physical or VPS)

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It will cover installing the essentials for access, and basic security so you don't need to worry in the future. This section may seem a little daunting for a first-time linux user, but most of it is copy/paste, hopefully with enough description to understand what is being done.

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This first section will be done on the physical PC, or on the VPS via their website

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Update the OS

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Even with a fresh install of Debian from the latest ISO, there may be some updates you're missing, and it's a good idea to have these, especially in case they're security updates.

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Install essential packages

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These are packages that are needed for accessing, and controlling the server

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Some useful packages too

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Add a user, and give super user privilleges

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You want to avoid using root as much as possible in regular use, so a new user for yourself is a must

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*replace with the user you want to create, e.g. nathan

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Set static IP

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TODO: Homeserver. If the server is a physical PC in your home you will need to set a static IP, otherwise your router could assign a differnent IP on reboot, and this would mess with port forwarding, and internal DNS.

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Secure ssh

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Setup UFW

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Set hostname

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Setting the name for a server is an important step, but the name doesn't need to be serious

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This next section can be done via a terminal, or a SSH client else you can secure shell with e.g. PuTTY for Windows

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Create an SSH key

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SSH into the server

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Aney' guide to server hosting

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If you want to start getting into server hosting, system administration, or just want to get a basic minecraft/web server up for you and your friends, then welcom. We all start somewhere, and I would love if I could get your foot in the door.
I'll be adding to this guide whenever I get time, and will update it's readibility once it's 'complete'.

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Basic Server setup

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Now you officially own a server, but currently all you can do is SSH into it, so let's get some services on there

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Nginx Webserver

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A great first service for any server is a website, even if it's just a little page to let people know you own the server

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A database is a great tool to store, access, and filter data. Typically used alongside a website, or other services, but can be useful standalone if you know what you're doing

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Backup your server!

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Backups are super useful. If something breaks, or gets accidentally deleted you can always use a backup to get back to operational

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Run virtual machines

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Virtual machines allow you to use your server as multiple servers at once, with different operating systems, services, files, etc.

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Proxy services to port 80/433

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Many services you install will be accessible via the web, but will use a different ports. Proxying these allows access (and security) without the need to append a port to the server address

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Additional services/potential guides

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  • Install debain on home server
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  • Self hosting and port forwarding
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  • git
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  • samba
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  • Open Media Vault
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  • minecraft
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  • terraria
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  • umami
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  • torrentbox
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  • jellyfin
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  • VPN
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  • mailserver
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  • cockpit for noob-friendly server management
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