How do I create Linux®?
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Linux® platform can be used to create a home server or Enterprise Class server. It is considered one of the safest and most reliable platforms available. You can create Linux® using an old computer that lies around your house, or you can buy a brand new hardware specifically for this purpose. The Linux® distribution and software you use depend on the type of server you want to create. A nice thing on the Linux® (OS) operating system is that you can have more than one type of server on one computer.
Before you start building Linux®, you should have an idea of what it will be used for. Server types include file servers, Linux® web servers, Linux® media servers and print server. You can create a specific server type or install multiple server types on a single computer. Each server type requires specific software packages.
The server type determines the hardware you need. Linux® server can create PBy using the old desktops if you only use it as a file or print server. For a web server it can even be powerful enough, provided you don't get big traffic. Strongly used media or web server will require more modern hardware.
When you have assembled hardware, you can decide the distribution you want to use. If you use very old hardware, you should download a distribution that is designed for older hardware. Otherwise, you can create Linux® using any distribution you prefer. Download a picture of the International Organization for Standards (ISO) for distribution and burn it to an empty compact disk. Install the OS using the graphical installation wizard.
After the installed operation, it is time to install the software needed for the Linux® server that you create. Most Moderations N Linux® have graphic pack managerČKU you can use to install software. Regardless of which server you decide to create, you should install remote access software and antivirus software. Antivirus software is used to protect all Microsoft Windows® computers that could access the server.
When you installed the necessary packages and configured according to the software documentation, you can remove the graphics interface. You can also remove any unnecessary software such as text processing software, image handling software and games. This releases hardware resources and also provides a small level of machine security.
run antivirus software and deactivate remote root access. If you want to make changes to the machine remotely, add the account to the "/ETC/SUDOERS" file. This allows administrative authorization without providing complete access to the machine.