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Alpine Linux: The Minimalist Powerhouse of the Cloud

In a world where operating systems seem to grow larger and more complex with every release, Alpine Linux stands out by doing the exact opposite. If you’ve spent any time in the DevOps or Docker world, you’ve likely seen Alpine mentioned as the “gold standard” for container images.

Nginx Proxy Manager Docker Setup Guide

In today’s self-hosting world, managing multiple web services (like Nextcloud, Plex, or Home Assistant) can quickly lead to a “port-forwarding nightmare.” Nginx Proxy Manager (NPM) is the ultimate solution, providing a clean web interface to manage reverse proxies and SSL certificates without touching a single line of Nginx configuration files.

Enhancing Linux Server Security with Fail2Ban

In today’s digital landscape, Linux servers are prime targets for automated brute-force attacks, where bots attempt thousands of login combinations to gain unauthorized access. Fail2Ban is an open-source intrusion prevention tool that helps mitigate these threats by monitoring log files and banning malicious IP addresses. It’s lightweight, highly configurable, and a must-have for anyone running public-facing services like SSH, web servers, or email.