Question
Basic security set up for Ubuntu Nginx server (Beginner level)
- Posted on September 9, 2014
Asked by Clive Bunce
I have set up a server on Ubuntu 12.04 and Nginx for Prosper202 tracking software. What is a suitable basic security set up that will run with Prosper202 and not conflict. Beginner level if possible! Thanks in advance.
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You’ll want to start with the Initial Server Setup with Ubuntu 12.04 tutorial. Then:
Set up a firewall. UFW makes it easy on Ubuntu.
Connect to your server securly with SSH keys to instead of passwords..