Disaster Recovery 101: Automate MySQL Backups on Ubuntu 24.04
Don't wait for a crash to think about backups. Learn how to automate daily MySQL backups on Ubuntu 24.04 with a simple bash script and Cron job.
Nginx 911: How to Fix 502 Bad Gateway & 413 Entity Too Large Errors
Getting a 502 Bad Gateway or 413 Upload Error on your VPS? Don't panic. Here are the 3 command-line fixes to get your Nginx server back online in minutes.
Make WordPress Fly: Configure Redis Object Caching on Ubuntu 24.04
Is your WordPress site sluggish? Don't add more plugins. Learn how to configure Redis Object Caching on Ubuntu 24.04 to offload your database and achieve instant load times.
How to Add Swap Space on Ubuntu 24.04 to Prevent "Out of Memory" Crashes
Essential guide for 1GB/2GB VPS users. Learn how to create a Swap file on Ubuntu 24.04 to prevent OOM errors and keep MySQL running smoothly on Joy Cloud.
How to Connect to MySQL Remotely Using SSH Tunnels (Don't Open Port 3306!)
Stop opening port 3306! Learn how to connect to your remote MySQL database securely using SSH Tunnels. Step-by-step guide for MySQL Workbench, DBeaver, and Command Line.
How to Deploy a Node.js App with PM2 and Nginx on Ubuntu 24.04
Stop running node index.js. Learn how to deploy Node.js applications properly on Ubuntu 24.04 using PM2 process manager and Nginx reverse proxy on your Joy Services VPS.
Docker for Beginners: Deploying Your First Containerized App on Joy Cloud
Start using containers today. Learn how to install Docker on Ubuntu 24.04, set up the repository, and deploy an Nginx web server in minutes on your Joy Services VPS.
How to Host Multiple Websites on a Single Joy Services VPS using Nginx Server Blocks
Stop buying separate servers for every website. Learn how to host multiple domains on a single Joy Services VPS using Nginx Server Blocks. Includes full config examples.
Securing Your Fresh Ubuntu 24.04 VPS in 10 Minutes (UFW, SSH Keys, Fail2Ban)
Learn how to secure a fresh Ubuntu 24.04 VPS. This guide covers disabling root login, setting up SSH keys, configuring UFW, and installing Fail2Ban to prevent brute-force attacks.