Server Management

DNS cache can speed up internet access and improve browsing experiences by storing recent domain name lookups and their corresponding IP addresses. Clearing this cache periodically can enhance your browsing speed and resolve connectivity issues. Modern operating systems generally cache DNS lookup results and IP addresses to process requests more quickly. Whenever you write a …

Deleting a large directory with thousands of files in Linux can be slow or even fail with basic commands. Whether you’re cleaning up old logs, project files, or datasets, knowing the right commands makes the process faster and more reliable. In this guide, we’ll show you how to delete directories with thousands of files in …

If you’ve ever searched for information on how to SSH into a Docker container, you’ve probably found conflicting advice. The truth is, you don’t usually need to run an SSH server inside a container at all. Instead, Docker provides built-in commands that give you secure, direct access to your containers. In this guide, we’ll show …

Choosing the right FTP client can make a big difference to your workflow. Whether you’re deploying a website, updating server files, or managing backups, the right tool saves time, keeps your data secure, and works seamlessly on your operating system. In this guide, we’ve reviewed the best FTP clients for Windows and Mac – from …

Have you ever clicked on a webpage and felt like you were waiting an eternity for it to load? Nobody likes a slow website; if you’ve been frustrated, you’re far from alone. Conservative estimates suggest the average person spends four months of their life sitting, waiting for websites to load! Caching is one of the …

Whether installing new software, following an online tutorial, or troubleshooting an issue, one of the first questions you’ll face is, “What version of Ubuntu are you running?” Your operating system details are necessary for managing your system’s health and functionality. The version number of your operating system determines which applications and Personal Package Archives (PPAs) …

Enabling caching on a WooCommerce store is an important but delicate process that balances performance with functionality. Unlike a static blog, an e-commerce site is highly dynamic, managing user-specific data like shopping carts, account information, and personalized content. A misconfigured cache can lead to serious issues, such as showing one customer’s cart to another or …

Are you staring at that stubborn “Leverage Browser Caching” warning in your Google PageSpeed Insights report? You’re not alone. It’s one of the most common performance recommendations, and it often sounds far more complicated than it is. In this guide, we will explain browser caching from a server-level perspective and show you how to fix …

What if you could spot and fix critical errors in your PHP application before your users even notice? If you manage a PHP application on a RunCloud server, integrating a powerful monitoring tool is the fastest way to identify performance bottlenecks and eliminate bugs. New Relic provides an all-in-one solution for both server and application monitoring that …