curl Command in Linux with Examples
The curl command in Linux is one of those tools that looks simple on the surface but has surprising depth once you start using it regularly. Most people know it as “that command…
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sed Command in Linux: with Real Examples
If you’ve spent any time on the Linux command line, you’ve probably seen the sed command used in a one-liner and thought “I should learn that properly.” Most people pick it up piecemeal,…
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Cloudflare with Discourse: Setup Guide (WAF & Security Rules)
I run a Discourse forum behind Cloudflare, and getting the WAF rules right took more trial and error than I expected. Discourse is a Ruby on Rails application that most people self-host in…
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Reduce Disk Writes on Debian & Ubuntu (Server & Desktop)
Every write to disk costs something, whether it’s wearing down an SSD, slowing I/O on a busy server, or draining battery on a laptop. One of the biggest offenders is logging. Between systemd-journald,…
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How to Keep ConfigServer Firewall (CSF) Running After the Shutdown
Update: CSF Project Status (January 2026) – Since the original publication of this article, there have been key developments in how ConfigServer Security & Firewall (CSF) is maintained following the shutdown of Way to…
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How (and Why) to Migrate Your WordPress Site to Pressable
If you’re running WordPress for your own site or client projects, a managed WordPress hosting solution can save you time and stress. Managed hosting takes care of server maintenance, security updates, and technical…
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How many websites are there? Key statistics and growth trends
Dec 24, 2025 Daniela C. Summarize with: The number of websites in the world changes every second, with new domains going live, older sites disappearing, and millions sitting inactive – and the pace…
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How to host a web application: A step-by-step guide to launch your web app
Dec 24, 2025 13min Read Summarize with: Hosting a web application involves making your app’s files, databases, and content accessible on the internet. You can achieve this using a pre-configured, managed hosting solution…
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How to forward a domain to any link
Nov 27, 2025 Ariffud M. Summarize with: Domain forwarding means pointing a domain you own to another URL, and it can be done even if you don’t necessarily have a website yet. For…
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25 Best CDN Providers 2026
A content delivery network, also referred to as a content distribution network (CDN), is a geographically distributed network of data centers containing proxy servers. CDN providers serve internet content, including web objects (text, graphics, and scripts), downloadable…
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Cloudflare outage on Nov 18, 2025 – Waking up to a broken internet
Cloudflare is one of those companies most people never think about, yet on mornings like this it suddenly becomes the main character. Its network sits in front of millions of sites, speeding them…
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8 best web hosting for small business websites
Aug 22, 2025 Web hosting is the service that makes your website accessible on the internet. For small businesses, choosing the right hosting provider is critical – it affects your site’s speed, security,…
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10 best website builders to create your website
Aug 14, 2025 Leonardus N. 11min Read Website builders are platforms that allow users to create and design websites without needing coding skills. They provide intuitive tools and templates to help you quickly…
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pfSense Firewall Config: My Settings with Screenshots – Part 2
Let’s pick up right where Part 1 left off: pfSense Firewall Appliance Unboxing. This isn’t a quick-start guide. It’s my logbook from weeks of fine-tuning pfSense. Weeks, not years, so follow along and…
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Recommended Cloudflare Performance and Security Settings (Guide)
Cloudflare is a great tool for website performance and security. They have a whole suite of tools to help with performance and security and are a staple in millions of DevOps professional’s toolbox….
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How to Add a Custom Captcha Field to WordPress Comments
I recently wrote an article on how to integrate CloudFlare turnstile in WordPress comments and implemented the code here at WPExplorer. However, I think using Turnstile is overkill and loading extra scripts just…
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How to Integrate Cloudflare with CSF Firewall
For added security, you can also use additional tools or services, such as ModSecurity and Sucuri. Or, instead of CSF + LFD, you can use APF + BFD. There’s also bitninja.io, Imunify360 and others….
