CMD commands for the Windows command prompt

CMD commands for the Windows command prompt

  • Know-how

There are more than 200 CMD commands available with Windows. The command prompt can be used to control large parts of the operating system, computer, or drives. You can also use the Windows “command prompt” commands to organize your files or run network tasks. To do this, though, you have to know the right commands. Here we explain how to use CMD commands and which functions they have. Our article…

CMD commands for the Windows command prompt
How to add static IPv4 and IPv6 addresses to OpenBSD

How to add static IPv4 and IPv6 addresses to OpenBSD

  • Configuration

Static IP addresses offer a number of advantages and can easily be added to your OpenBSD server. You can use an IPv4 or an IPv6 address for the setup. In addition to providing step-by-step instructions for adding IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, we’ll also discuss some considerations for configuring static IP addresses on OpenBSD.

How to add static IPv4 and IPv6 addresses to OpenBSD
How to install an alternative server operating system

How to install an alternative server operating system

  • Configuration

Windows, Ubuntu and Debian are popular operating systems for server solutions, but they may not be the best fit for every project. If you've rented a dedicated server, you're not limited to the operating systems supported in the server package. In this quick tutorial, you can learn how to install an alternative operating system with IONOS.

How to install an alternative server operating system
How to install Minecraft mods on a server

How to install Minecraft mods on a server

  • Know-how

Installing Minecraft mods on your server can add a lot of excitement to your game. To be able to use these player extensions, you need to install them on your server in advance. This can be done with external tools in just a few steps. In this article, we’ll provide you with simple step-by-step instructions for installing Minecraft mods on your server.

How to install Minecraft mods on a server
Best Dropbox alternatives compared

Best Dropbox alternatives compared

  • Tools

Dropbox is one of the most famous and most successful cloud storage services available. Its success is largely due to its many functions and ease of use. But when it comes to data protection and maximum free online storage space, this popular app isn’t the pick of the bunch. There are other file hosting services that offer different approaches. Here’s our collection of some of the top alternatives…

Best Dropbox alternatives compared
How to set up an American Truck Simulator dedicated server

How to set up an American Truck Simulator dedicated server

  • Know-how

The dedicated server application allows you to host your own American Truck Simulator server on your PC. The installation can be completed using SteamCMD. Once you’ve installed it, you can create and design configuration files. In this article, we’ll show you how to set up an ATS server and what you need for the installation.

How to set up an American Truck Simulator dedicated server
How to check your Ubuntu version: a guide

How to check your Ubuntu version: a guide

  • Know-how

Knowing which Ubuntu version you’re running is helpful for different things. You can use this information to check whether programs are compatible with your system. Or you can include the version number in troubleshooting searches. It’s thus of crucial importance to know how to check your Ubuntu version. Keep reading to find out how to do so in a few simple clicks.

How to check your Ubuntu version: a guide
Making a Discord server – how it works!

Making a Discord server – how it works!

  • Know-how

With a Discord server, you can use multiple Discord channels at the same time and add bots at your leisure. A free Discord account and the Discord app are required to set up a Discord server. Once the server has been set up, you can create a server for your gaming community, for example, and then set up different channels for each game. We’ll explain it all in this guide.

Making a Discord server – how it works!
How to delete a Discord account

How to delete a Discord account

  • Know-how

If you no longer want to use Discord software, you can delete your account via the mobile or desktop app with just a few clicks. We’ll explain exactly how this works, step by step, with screenshots. Plus, find useful tips on what to look out for and what alternatives are available.

How to delete a Discord account
DNS TTL best practices: Understanding and configuring DNS TTL

DNS TTL best practices: Understanding and configuring DNS TTL

  • Configuration

The DNS TTL value shows how long the results of DNS queries are saved for. Under certain circumstances, it may be useful for websites to check and/or change their DNS TTL values. Keep reading to learn about the best practices for DNS TTL, DNS TTL minimum and maximum values, and how to set DNS TTL values for your website.

DNS TTL best practices: Understanding and configuring DNS TTL

Server

IONOS Server Guide: professional tips on configuration and administration

Servers are what make up the physical basis of the internet. Setting up your own professional site, putting products online for sale, or connecting multiple company locations with one another: all of these tasks require the support of high-performance computers. And it doesn’t matter if you purchase hardware resources for your own data center or opt for the flexibility of cloud services: operating a server comes with the challenge of independently configuring and administering hardware components. But don’t worry, there’s a lot of support out there for these tasks. In the Server Guide of IONOS’s Digital Guide series, you’ll find regular articles, news, and tutorials on how to operate this indispensable component of today’s IT infrastructure.

Server information for businesses, developers, and tech hobbyists

Packed with practical tips, our guide covers a wide spectrum of topics primarily aimed at mid-sized companies, freelance developers, and tech hobbyists. While some articles, like ‘What is a server?’ or ‘DNS – name resolution online’ cater more to beginners, experts are by no means left hanging; there’s a wide range of detailed texts and tutorials on important tasks like choosing the best operating system, filling security gaps, or getting the best possible performance out of your software and hardware.

What you can expect in the IONOS Server Guide

If you take a look, you’ll notice our guide is divided into four different subcategories, each covering a different topic. The ‘KnowHow’ area sets out to familiarize beginners with the basics of operating a server. Details on different server types and how to use them are also laid out here. Tips and tricks on managing server software is found under the keyword, ‘Configuration’. The category, ‘Security’ is all about dealing with potential problems server operators may encounter from online threats. Conventional methods of attack, like viruses, worms, and Trojans, and what you can do to combat them are explained here. And the category, ‘Tools’, provides useful guidance on what resources can help make administering your server a more manageable task.

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