We recommend using Netcat / Ncat, or Nmap for multiple ports instead, as Telnet is NOT encrypted and therefore insecure. The Telnet command line tool Read More >
SSH and Root Access
SSH Hosting allows for an easier workflow and faster management via the command line. SSH hosting makes managing your server’s file structure both simple and efficient. Take control of your server so that you can increase your productivity while remaining secure at the same time.
VIM Text Editor (Basics)
Vim is the successor of the vi terminal text editor with a long list of powerful features. Short for “Vi IMproved,” Vim is sometimes pre-installed Read More >
When Do I Need Root Access?
There are many different features found in Web Host Manager (WHM) that are useful in maintaining your dedicated server. However, not all of them are Read More >
How to Blacklist/Whitelist IP Address via SSH
As we continue our series on the cPHulk security features, we will show you the steps to blacklist and whitelist IP addresses via SSH. In Read More >
How to Add SSH Keys to Your GitHub Account
In this tutorial: Why use an SSH key? How to Create an SSH Key Adding an SSH Key to Your GitHub Account GitHub offers a Read More >
How to Create a Strong Passphrase for SSH
You might be wondering what passphrases are, how they’re different from passwords, and how you can use them effectively. Most simply, passwords are used to Read More >
How to Generate SSH Keys
Secure Shell (SSH) access grants you command-line interface (CLI) access to your web server. One of the major advantages of SSH is a secure, remote Read More >
Connecting to a Shared Server SSH with a Mac
The Secure SHell (SSH) command line is available through a Mac using the Terminal application. A private and public key pair is required before connecting Read More >
Installing Ruby Gems via SSH
Since Ruby is installed on shared servers, you have the ability to install gems. Learn more information on Ruby Hosting here. Gems are software packages Read More >
Viewing Your Ruby Version Via SSH
Now that Ruby is available on shared servers, you may need to know what version is available. In this tutorial we will show you how Read More >
How to SSH Into Your Shared/Reseller Server
If you are using a reseller hosting account, this guide shows you how to connect to an individual cPanel account via SSH using a client Read More >
How to Edit & Create a File in SSH Using Nano
If you are using the linux command line, there are several programs for you to use to edit files in SSH. This is a convenient Read More >
How to Connect to your Server with SSH
In this tutorial, we’re going to be using PuTTY to connect to your managed VPS, Cloud or dedicated server via SSH. For Windows users without Read More >
What is Shell (SSH) Access?
Shell access, commonly referred to as SSH (Secure SHell), is remote command line access to a server. Having command line access (if you’re familiar with Read More >
Do you provide SSH access?
SSH Access is available to our VPS Hosting, Dedicated Server Hosting, Business Class Hosting, and Reller Hosting users. How can I get Shell Access? VPS/Dedicated Read More >
How to Do a Basic Port Scan with Nmap
Closing unnecessary ports on your server is an important process for PCI compliance and server hardening in general. This reduces what information cyber attackers can Read More >
Using the Process Manager
If you notice your websites or databases are running slow, it is an indication that something may be utilizing your server’s resources inefficiently. The Process Read More >
Installing and Configuring Varnish 3
This guide will briefly go over how to install and configure Varnish Caching on your webhosting account. Varnish Cache is a web application accelerator, also Read More >
How to Install MariaDB
In this tutorial we will show you how to install/upgrade MariaDB on your VPS or Dedicated Server. It is recommended that you move from MySQL Read More >
How to Open a Port in Your Firewall
I was recently asked how to open ports within the firewall. Since it’s been quite a while since I’ve had to do something like this, Read More >
How to Read a Traceroute
There are times when it seems your website may respond slowly. Slow response time may indicate a problem. Most just assume the server is overloaded Read More >
How to Find Your Local Router IP Address in the Terminal
You can use your local router’s internal IP address to test if a port is blocked by your local network, internet service provider (ISP), or Read More >
What is MTR and How to Test Network Performance
MTR combines the purpose of ping and tracert/traceroute. MTR visualizes performance and latency issues across every machine, or hop, between your local machine and the Read More >
Navigate command line structure in SSH
In our previous article, we showed you how to login to your server via SSH. If you’re following along our tutorial, the next item to Read More >
How to Manage Files from within SSH
In our previous articles, we showed you how to login via ssh and also how to navigate through your folders via ssh. In this article, Read More >
Copy an account from another server with root access
In this article we’ll go over how you can copy an account from your previous host’s control panel onto your server with us. Or if Read More >
Copy multiple accounts from another server with root access
In this article we’ll go over how you can copy multiple accounts from either your previous host or another server of ours, to your new Read More >
How to tell who is logged into your VPS or Dedicated server
As a VPS or Dedicated Server account owner, you may want to check to see who is actively online and send a broadcast message to Read More >
Use rsync to transfer files
In this article I’m going to teach you how you can utilize the Linux rsync command on either your VPS (Virtual Private Server) or dedicated server Read More >
Viewing Running Processes on your Dedicated Server
In this tutorial: Using the “top” command Using the “ps” command (This article assumes you have Dedicated Server Hosting. Is that not the case? Let Read More >
Enabling DSO via SSH
While DSO is one of the oldest PHP handlers in use, it is also one of the fastest. As such, you may find yourself looking Read More >
Installing DSO + RUID2
In this tutorial, we will be installing the PHP Handler DSO with Mod_RUID2 via the EasyApache 3 script in the command line interface. Please keep Read More >
Upgrading Software via SSH
Occasionally, you may need to upgrade your server software. This may be due to software updates, a change in configuration, or the installation of supplemental Read More >
SoftException UID is smaller than min_uid
When working with SSH (shell) there are various things you can do, among the simplest is creating and editing files that are in use on Read More >
How to run Exim on an additional port
By default, exim runs on port 25. Because a lot of internet services providers block port 25, this can cause many users problems when sending Read More >
Linux/SSH command list
Shell access is a great feature on our servers. This allows you to connect to the server and issue commands via a command line terminal. Read More >
Advantages of SSH
SSH (short for Secured SHell) is a secure way for you to remotely access your hosting account. By using SSH, you are able to log Read More >
Ways to easily manage your site with SSH
SSH (Secure Shell) Access is now available for all shared, reseller, VPS, and Dedicated server accounts. Those that use SSH frequently find that managing their Read More >
Is My Root User Hidden?
The root user is a sort of “superuser” that can perform advanced system administrative tasks on your system. If you have a VPS or Dedicated Read More >
How to Connect to your Dedicated Server via SSH
In this tutorial: 1. Adding IP to Firewall 2. Connecting with PuTTY, OpenSSH, or Terminal In this tutorial, we will show you how to connect Read More >
How to use Port Knocking
Note that you will require root access in order to use these directions. This tutorial will go over how to use port knocking which will Read More >
What is MariaDB?
MariaDB is an open source relational database management system based on MySQL. It is a fork or developmental derivative of MySQL and provides a replacement Read More >
How to Install Percona DB Server
In this tutorial we will show you how to install Percona DB server via SSH. This will allow you to replace MySQL with Percona DB Read More >
Installing LEMP-Stack on CentOS7
This guide will show you the steps needed to install a basic LEMP stack on your Non-cPanel server running CentOS. All the commands shown will Read More >
How to Use SCP For Secure File Transfer
In this article, we will show you how to use SCP for secure file transfer between your local computer and your InMotion Hosting server. SCP Read More >
Installing Django 2.0 CentOS
Django is an open-source framework written in python for quickly building web applications. Django includes user authentication, content management, sites maps, and several other features Read More >
Installing Django 2.0 Ubuntu
Django is an open-source framework written in python for quickly building web applications. Django includes user authentication, content management, sites maps, and several other features Read More >
Verify File Checksums with SSH
After downloading a file, it’s always helpful to validate it to ensure its not corrupt or malicous. You can accomplish this by comparing checksums – Read More >
How to Lookup a CNAME via SSH
In this tutorial, we will show you how to lookup a CNAME record using SSH. This can be an important step when troubleshooting redirect issues. Read More >