How To Install The LAMP Stack

A LAMP stack is a collection of open-source software composed of a Linux OS, Apache web server, MySQL database, and a front end powered by PHP. Together, the LAMP stack is a powerful tool for building dynamic websites and apps. In this tutorial, we’ll install a LAMP stack on your server. Choose your operating system to begin.

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