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Access Hosted Webmail Securely Through cPanel or a Browser
Open the verified HTTPS Webmail service or cPanel mailbox action, confirm the account and troubleshoot login separately from delivery and storage.
InterServer SupportDoes Shared Hosting come with SSH access?
SSH access is available but not enabled by default on GICTServer shared hosting plans.
Node.jsInstalling binary node.js on Linux
To install node.js, log into your vps or server through SSH. Get the linux binary based on your os at http://nodejs.org/download/ either 32 or 64 bit.
WordPressHow to Add a Static Front Page to Your WordPress Blog
By default, your WordPress blog will display recent posts on the front page.
cPanelHow do I access the cPanel with GICTServer?
The cPanel is the most popular control panel in the web hosting circle. In this documentation, we are going to see how to login to cPanel.
Linux and CommandsHow can I execute a program, but send it to the background?
Learn how to run programs in the background in Ubuntu using built-in tools like the ampersand symbol, nohup command, and screen utility.
Firewall and SecurityNmap showing closed ports as opened
Nmap may show closed ports on your server as opened if you are scanning from a natted system or behind a firewall. For example: 1720/tcp open H.323/Q.931?
MiscellaneousTable psa.exp_event doesn’t exist after install or upgrade
ERROR: Unable to query: Table 'psa.exp_event' doesn't exist: Fix: Log into mysql as admin mysql -uadmin -p`cat /etc/psa/.psa.shadow` Run the command: USE psa; CREATE...
FTPUsing FileZilla To Upload a Website.
The most commonly used ftp program is Filezilla. It is completely free, full of features and well supported through a peer forum. Go to https://filezilla-
cPanelUpload Website Files Securely with WinSCP
Connect WinSCP using the supported encrypted protocol, verify the host, choose the right web directory and check uploads without unsafe defaults.
WordPressHow to Add Custom Images Sizes to WordPress
By default, the WordPress media library stores all uploaded images in four different sizes. These include thumbnail, medium, large and full-size versions of the image.
MiscellaneousUnderstanding the Difference Between Domains, Hosting and a Website
Understanding the Difference Between Domains, Hosting and a Website If you’re thinking about building a website, you’re going to be hearing a lot of different terms as...