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This technical guide outlines the steps to set up a secure web server using Apache on a Linux system, focusing on security best practices. Key steps include installing Apache, securing the server with SSL, configuring the firewall, and hardening security settings. Regular updates and monitoring are advised to maintain optimal security and performance.

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This technical guide outlines the steps to set up a secure web server using Apache on a Linux system, focusing on security best practices. Key steps include installing Apache, securing the server with SSL, configuring the firewall, and hardening security settings. Regular updates and monitoring are advised to maintain optimal security and performance.

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Technical Guide: Setting Up a Secure Web Server

Introduction
This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up a secure web server using
Apache on a Linux-based system. The focus is on security best practices to
safeguard sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access.
Prerequisites
 A Linux server (Ubuntu or CentOS recommended).
 Root or sudo access.
 A registered domain name (optional but recommended).
Step 1: Install Apache
Run the following command to install Apache:
sudo apt update && sudo apt install apache2 -y
For CentOS:
sudo yum install httpd -y
Start and enable the service:
sudo systemctl start apache2
sudo systemctl enable apache2
Step 2: Secure the Server with SSL
Install Certbot and obtain an SSL certificate:
sudo apt install certbot python3-certbot-apache -y
sudo certbot --apache
Follow the prompts to generate and configure the certificate.
Step 3: Configure the Firewall
Allow necessary traffic:
sudo ufw allow 'Apache Full'
Step 4: Harden Security Settings
 Disable directory listing:
sudo nano /etc/apache2/apache2.conf
Find and change Options Indexes FollowSymLinks to Options FollowSymLinks.
 Restart Apache:
sudo systemctl restart apache2
Step 5: Test and Monitor
Verify SSL status:
sudo systemctl status apache2
Use security tools like fail2ban to prevent brute-force attacks.
Conclusion
Following these steps will ensure your web server is secure and optimized for
performance. Regular updates and monitoring are recommended to maintain
security.

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