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How to update total disk space in DirectAdmin (Enhanced skin)

Introduction This article explains how to update the total disk space in DirectAdmin. It is intended for administrators or users with access to the DirectAdmin control panel who need to modify the disk space allocated to a domain or user. Keeping the disk space updated ensures your hosting environment reflects accurate storage allocations, preventing potential

How to install PHP in Windows Dedicated Server

Introduction This guide is intended for Windows system administrators and developers who need to install PHP on a Windows dedicated server. PHP is a widely-used open-source scripting language ideal for web development. This guide walks through the process of setting up PHP on a Windows server, covering the prerequisites, download, installation, and configuration of PHP

How to check Apache Status in WHM (cPanel)

Introduction Apache HTTP Server plays a crucial role in web hosting environments, especially in managing and serving websites. For web administrators using WHM (WebHost Manager) with cPanel, monitoring Apache’s status is essential for ensuring optimal performance and troubleshooting issues. This guide outlines the steps to check Apache’s status directly from WHM.   Prerequisites Access to

How to add a DNS zone in PDNS?

Introduction Managing DNS records is a crucial task for system administrators and users responsible for domain management. This guide covers the process of adding and editing DNS zones in the PowerDNS (PDNS) management panel. Whether you are setting up new records or modifying existing ones, following these steps will ensure accurate and reliable DNS configuration.

FAQ on NameServers

1. What is a nameserver? A nameserver acts as a bridge between domain names and IP addresses, helping to connect the two. Essentially, it translates user-friendly domain names into the numerical IP addresses that computers use to identify each other. For example, nameservers take an IP address like 123.456.7.8 and link it to a more

How to add a domain alias in DirectAdmin control panel

Introduction An alias domain is a secondary domain that redirects to your primary domain. When users visit the alias domain, they are automatically shown the content of the primary website. For example, if you have a primary domain like example.com and set up an alias domain like alias.com, visiting alias.com will display the content from