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How To Set Up Apache, Tomcat (mod_jk), SSO (CAS, mod_auth_cas)

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 20:30:56 +0200

How To Set Up Apache, Tomcat (mod_jk), SSO (CAS, mod_auth_cas)

This article describes how you can set up Apache and Tomcat, linked with mod_jk. It also explains how you set up the SSO (single sign on) solution JA-SIG CAS to protect servlets (provided by tomcat) and static content (provided by Apache). I worked with OpenSuse 10.2 and 11, Apache2, Tomcat 5.5 and 6. It should work on other distributions as well.

Embedding Python In Apache2 With mod_python (Debian/Ubuntu, Fedora/CentOS, Mandriva, OpenSUSE)

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 18:46:34 +0200

Embedding Python In Apache2 With mod_python (Debian/Ubuntu, Fedora/CentOS, Mandriva, OpenSUSE)

This tutorial shows how to install and use mod_python on various distributions (Debian/Ubuntu, Fedora/CentOS, Mandriva, OpenSUSE) with Apache2. mod_python is an Apache module that embeds the Python interpreter within the server. It allows you to write web-based applications in Python that will run many times faster than traditional CGI and will have access to advanced features such as ability to retain database connections and other data between hits and access to Apache internals.

The Perfect Server - OpenSUSE 11

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 19:52:23 +0200

The Perfect Server - OpenSUSE 11

This is a detailed description about how to set up an OpenSUSE 11 server that offers all services needed by ISPs and hosters: Apache web server (SSL-capable), Postfix mail server with SMTP-AUTH and TLS, BIND DNS server, Proftpd FTP server, MySQL server, Dovecot POP3/IMAP, Quota, Firewall, etc. This tutorial is written for the 32-bit version of OpenSUSE 11, but should apply to the 64-bit version with very little modifications as well.

The Perfect Desktop - OpenSUSE 11 (GNOME)

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 16:43:39 +0200

The Perfect Desktop - OpenSUSE 11 (GNOME)

This tutorial shows how you can set up an OpenSUSE 11 desktop that is a full-fledged replacement for a Windows desktop, i.e. that has all the software that people need to do the things they do on their Windows desktops. The advantages are clear: you get a secure system without DRM restrictions that works even on old hardware, and the best thing is: all software comes free of charge.

How To Build RPM Packages In A Chroot Environment Using mach

Mon, 19 May 2008 21:01:35 +0200

How To Build RPM Packages In A Chroot Environment Using mach

OK, so you want to build a binary RPM package for deployment on your servers. You have a .spec file or .src.rpm that you got from one of the many repositories such as freshrpms.net or dag.wieers.com, or that you wrote yourself.

How To Install mod_security/mod_security2 On SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 (SLES10)

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:38:03 +0200

How To Install mod_security/mod_security2 On SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 (SLES10)

The Apache module mod_security is a very powerful security module. Combined with predefined rules, you can close many security wholes on your server, opened by bad written php or perl apps. Unfortunately mod_security is not part of the SLES10 distribution. To install mod_security to have to install some 3rd party modules. This guide helps you to install mod_security on SLES10 in a reproducable way (RPM). It also helps you to remove the module, by building RPM packages you can easily uninstall.

Monitoring UPS Power Status Using Network UPS Tools (NUT) 2.2.0 on Multiple OpenSuSE 10.3 Servers

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:54:44 +0200

Monitoring UPS Power Status Using Network UPS Tools (NUT) 2.2.0 on Multiple OpenSuSE 10.3 Servers

Network UPS Tools is a collection of programs which provide a common interface for monitoring and administering UPS hardware. The primary goal of the Network UPS Tools (NUT) project is to provide reliable monitoring of UPS hardware and ensure safe shutdowns of the systems which are connected. This document describes how to configure one machine connected to the UPS so it monitors the power status. This can relay alerts to other machines that are running off the same power line. This way, multiple servers can perform a safe shutdown in case of power failure.

Integrating XCache Into PHP5 (OpenSUSE 10.3 & Apache2)

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:43:37 +0200

Integrating XCache Into PHP5 (OpenSUSE 10.3 & Apache2)

This guide explains how to integrate XCache into PHP5 on an OpenSUSE 10.3 system (with Apache2). From the XCache project page: "XCache is a fast, stable PHP opcode cacher that has been tested and is now running on production servers under high load." It's similar to other PHP opcode cachers, such as eAccelerator and APC.

How To Install VMware Server On OpenSUSE 10.3

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:17:30 +0100

How To Install VMware Server On OpenSUSE 10.3

Today, I will explain to you how to install VMWare Server on openSUSE 10.3. What this will do for you is be able to run Windows inside your Linux computer. If you have that Windows app that just doesn't run under Wine, then this is the setup for you.

How To Install suPHP On Various Linux Distributions For Use With ISPConfig (2.2.20 And Above)

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:22:28 +0100

How To Install suPHP On Various Linux Distributions For Use With ISPConfig (2.2.20 And Above)

Starting with version 2.2.20, ISPConfig has improved support for suPHP. This article explains how to install suPHP on various distributions supported by ISPConfig. (If you have used suPHP with previous ISPConfig versions, your installation will still work.)

How To Install mod_ruby On Various Linux Distributions For Use With ISPConfig (2.2.20 And Above)

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 16:30:35 +0100

How To Install mod_ruby On Various Linux Distributions For Use With ISPConfig (2.2.20 And Above)

Starting with version 2.2.20, ISPConfig has built-in support for Ruby. Instead of using CGI/FastCGI, ISPConfig depends on mod_ruby being available in the server's Apache. This article explains how to install mod_ruby on various distributions supported by ISPConfig.

Enabling Compiz Fusion On An OpenSUSE GNOME 10.3 Desktop (ATI Mobility Radeon 9200)

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 12:25:42 +0100

Enabling Compiz Fusion On An OpenSUSE GNOME 10.3 Desktop (ATI Mobility Radeon 9200)

This tutorial shows how you can enable Compiz Fusion on an OpenSUSE 10.3 GNOME desktop (the system must have a 3D-capable graphics card - I'm using an ATI Mobility Radeon 9200 here). With Compiz Fusion you can use beautiful 3D effects like wobbly windows or a desktop cube on your desktop.

The Perfect Server - OpenSUSE 10.3 (32-bit)

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 18:12:10 +0200

The Perfect Server - OpenSUSE 10.3 (32-bit)

This is a detailed description about how to set up an OpenSUSE 10.3 server that offers all services needed by ISPs and hosters: Apache web server (SSL-capable), Postfix mail server with SMTP-AUTH and TLS, BIND DNS server, Proftpd FTP server, MySQL server, Dovecot POP3/IMAP, Quota, Firewall, etc. This tutorial is written for the 32-bit version of OpenSUSE 10.3, but should apply to the 64-bit version with very little modifications as well.

Installing Lighttpd With PHP5 And MySQL Support On OpenSUSE 10.3

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 11:59:56 +0200

Installing Lighttpd With PHP5 And MySQL Support On OpenSUSE 10.3

Lighttpd is a secure, fast, standards-compliant web server designed for speed-critical environments. This tutorial shows how you can install Lighttpd on an OpenSUSE 10.3 server with PHP5 support (through FastCGI) and MySQL support.

Preventing Brute Force Attacks With Fail2ban On OpenSUSE 10.3

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 12:26:11 +0200

Preventing Brute Force Attacks With Fail2ban On OpenSUSE 10.3

In this article I will show how to install and configure fail2ban on an OpenSUSE 10.3 system. Fail2ban is a tool that observes login attempts to various services, e.g. SSH, FTP, SMTP, Apache, etc., and if it finds failed login attempts again and again from the same IP address or host, fail2ban stops further login attempts from that IP address/host by blocking it with an iptables firewall rule.