Jeff Wilson, Author at RoseHosting

What is virtualization and how does it benefit your server?

February 24, 2025 by Jeff Wilson

What is virtualization, and how does it benefit your server? In computing, virtualization divides physical computer resources into individual virtual machines called virtual private servers (VPS). Server virtualization masks server resources from server users into individual virtual private servers with their own operating system. Servers get isolated from the OS of the other servers hosted on the master physical machine known as the host. So, what is virtualization? In simple terms, virtualization is a process that partitions one big server into multiple smaller servers.

How to Fix the “Error establishing a Redis connection” error?

February 19, 2025 by Jeff Wilson

In this tutorial, we will explain everything about the most known Redis error in WordPress, known as Error establishing a Redis connection error, and the possible solutions to fix it. This issue may be caused by improperly installed and configured Redis service, misconfiguration in the wp-config.php file, network issues, plugin conflicts in WordPress, etc. In the next paragraphs, we will first explain Redis and how to fix the problems so your website is accessible again. We will use Ubuntu 24.04 OS and assume you already have a working WordPress installation. Let’s get started!

How to Install MongoDB on Ubuntu 24.04

February 17, 2025 by Jeff Wilson

MongoDB is a NoSQL database that stores data in a flexible, document-oriented format. This makes it different from traditional relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL. It is a powerful, scalable, and flexible database commonly used for applications that need to manage large volumes of diverse data. This article will show you how to install MongoDB on Ubuntu 24.04, manage its services, and allow remote connections on an Ubuntu VPS.

What is the ERR_CONNECTION_RESET Error and how to fix it?

February 12, 2025 by Jeff Wilson

In this tutorial, we are going to explain what the ERR_CONNECTION_RESET error is and how to fix it. This issue occurs when the connection between the browser and the website (server) unexpectedly closes. The terminated connection is due to the server terminating the session before completing the data transfer. In other words, the browser sent a request to the server, and the server retrieved the website but terminated the session before the data was transmitted completely. Since the data is incomplete, the browser receives data that is not usable and displays the error.

In the following paragraphs, we will explain what exactly causes this error in the Chrome browser and what steps may be applied to fix it. Let’s get started!

What is an SPF Record?

February 10, 2025 by Jeff Wilson

SPF or Sender Policy Framework is a DNS record that indicates mail exchanges in which hosts are authorized to send mail for a domain. An SPF record is a type of TXT(text), and its purpose includes essential notices regarding the domain. They are used because the SMTP protocol does not authenticate the “from” address in an email. Without it, attackers may easily impersonate the sender’s email address. This works so that the attackers or spammers can edit the From address to make it look like they are sending from an email address to your domain. This action is also known as email spoofing, which uses the user’s private information and can decrease the reputation of the IP address where the domain is pointed, which may lead to blocking. That is why using the SPF record is crucial when configuring the domain.

The SPF record can be managed via the domain’s DNS zone. This information is mostly handled by system administrators who have access to the user’s domain’s DNS zone. The SPF record has its format, mechanisms, and modifiers, which will be explained in more detail in the next paragraphs.

Linux List Processes – How to Check Running Processes

February 3, 2025 by Jeff Wilson

This blog post will explain everything about Linux processes, such as how to check and manage them easily. In Linux, a “process” is any active instance of a program. Many threads execute the process, and there are different process models. Some of them are lightweight, but most of them are rooted in an operating system. Linux List Processes allows us to view all running processes better to rationally manage the system resources, such as CPU consumption and RAM.

In the next paragraph, we will show you how to check running processes using real examples using Ubuntu 24.04 OS, but you can choose the Linux distro. Let’s get started!

How to Edit your Hosts File in Linux

January 27, 2025 by Jeff Wilson

The hosts file is a text file in Linux that maps hostnames with IP addresses. It has priority over the DNS resolution, so it can be used for testing applications, development, and blocking websites. There is also a hosts file in other Operating Systems, such as Windows and MacOS. However, this tutorial will show how to edit your hosts file in Linux.

Usually, when migrating your application, you can edit the hosts to check if your application is working correctly without making any DNS changes. This overrides DNS entries to test your website or application without making the DNS changes. You can also use the hosts file to add the website you want to block by mapping the domains or subdomains to the localhost IP address 127.0.0.1. Let’s say you have a local website or a device on your network that you want to access without having to remember the IP address. You can add the aliases in the hosts file at /etc/hosts to access them using a domain.

IPv4 vs. IPv6 – Which is Better?

January 22, 2025 by Jeff Wilson

Ever wondered why your computer has an IP address or why there’s such a heated debate about using IPv4 vs. IPv6? Well, let’s break it down because picking the correct IP address type can affect your home computer usage and your online business.