Alaric Bird

Alaric Bird is a seasoned Linux System Administrator with over a decade of experience in managing and optimizing Linux-based servers and infrastructure. Known for his expertise in server deployment, security hardening, and performance tuning, Alaric has a deep understanding of various Linux distributions, including Ubuntu, CentOS, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux. His skills extend to cloud platforms like AWS, where he effectively manages virtual private servers and services. Alaric is also proficient in scripting languages such as Bash and Python, which he uses to automate routine tasks, enhancing efficiency and reliability. With a strong commitment to continuous learning, he stays updated with the latest developments in open-source technologies and best practices. His problem-solving abilities, combined with excellent communication skills, make him a valuable asset to any IT team. In addition to his technical expertise, Alaric is passionate about mentoring junior administrators and fostering a collaborative environment.

Setup MariaDB Galera Cluster on CentOS 7

August 24, 2024February 4, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Learn how to setup MariaDB Galera Cluster on CentOS 7 with our step-by-step guide. Achieve high availability, data consistency, and improved performance for your database environment. #centlinux #linux #mysql What is MariaDB Galera Cluster? MariaDB Galera Cluster is a synchronous multi-master cluster for MariaDB. It is a fork of Galera Cluster, the world’s most advanced, … Read more

How to install MariaDB on CentOS 7

August 24, 2024January 29, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Learn how to install MariaDB on CentOS 7 with this step-by-step guide. Follow our easy instructions to set up your database server, ensuring a smooth and successful installation process. #centlinux #linux #mysql What is MariaDB? MariaDB is a famous fork of MySQL relational database management system. Just like it predecessor MariaDB is also free and … Read more

Setup SSL Certificate Authority in CentOS 7

August 24, 2024January 26, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Learn how to set up an SSL Certificate Authority (CA) on CentOS 7 with this step-by-step guide. Follow our instructions to create and manage your own CA for secure communications and encrypted connections. #centlinux #linux #ssl What is SSL Certificate Authority? SSL Certificate Authority, abbreviated as CA, is an entity that issues digital certificates. A … Read more

3 ways to Create a Linux Firewall Service

August 24, 2024January 23, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Discover three effective methods to create a Linux firewall service with our detailed guide. Learn how to configure firewall rules using firewalld, to secure your Linux server. #centlinux #linux #firewall What is Firewalld? Firewalld is a firewall management tool for Linux operating systems licensed under GNU General Public License 2. Firewalld is the default firewall … Read more

Setup Nginx Reverse Proxy in CentOS 7

August 24, 2024January 21, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Learn how to setup Nginx Reverse Proxy on CentOS 7 with this step-by-step guide. Configure your server to efficiently manage and balance web traffic, improving your site’s performance and security. #centlinux #linux #nginx What is Nginx? Nginx is a free and open-source web server. Nginx can also be used as reverse proxy, load balancer, mail … Read more

Setup Apache Reverse Proxy in CentOS 7

August 24, 2024January 15, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Learn how to setup Apache Reverse Proxy on CentOS 7. Follow our step-by-step guide to configure your server for enhanced performance and security. #centlinux #linux #apache What is Apache HTTP Server? Apache HTTP Server, usually called as Apache, is the most popular web server over the Internet. Apache is free and open-source. Apache is developed … Read more

How to install JFrog Artifactory on CentOS 7

August 24, 2024January 13, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Discover how to install JFrog Artifactory on CentOS 7 with our comprehensive guide. Follow step-by-step instructions to set up your repository manager efficiently. #centlinux #linux #devops What is JFrog Artifactory? Artifactory is a universal repository manager created by JFrog. A repository manager is software application designed to manage binary components related to an application. Being … Read more

How to install Jenkins on CentOS 7

August 24, 2024January 8, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Learn how to install Jenkins on CentOS 7 with our detailed guide. Follow step-by-step instructions to set up this powerful automation server on your system. #centlinux #linux #devops What is Jenkins? Jenkins is a Java-based, open-source automation server. Jenkins is used to automate all sorts of tasks related to building, testing and delivering or deploying … Read more

Install Red Hat Enterprise Linux Atomic Host 7

August 24, 2024January 3, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Learn how to install Red Hat Enterprise Linux Atomic Host 7 with our step-by-step guide. Optimize your containerized applications with this lightweight, secure OS designed for Docker and Kubernetes. #centlinux #linux #docker What is Red Hat Enterprise Linux Atomic Host? Red Hat Enterprise Linux Atomic Host 7 or Red Hat Atomic Host 7 (in short) … Read more

How to configure X11 Forwarding over SSH

August 24, 2024January 2, 2019 by Alaric Bird

Learn how to configure X11 Forwarding over SSH for remote graphical application access. Follow our step-by-step guide to securely display X11 applications from a remote server on your local machine. #centlinux #linux #ssh What is X11 Forwarding? X11 Forwarding is a feature of the X Window System (X11) that allows a user to run graphical … Read more