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How to setup, secure and scale MongoDB on Windows Server

Downloading an installer, and running a through the setup are the most common steps for a basic installation. Even for database systems. But for learning something new, that might end up in production, it’s important to consider how to setup, secure and scale the platform – in this case MongoDB. Last week we published a guide on installing Node.js on Windows and using iisnode to facilitate connections through IIS. Making the same assumption, that as an organization you’re committed to Microsoft Server products this article is for you. For this example I’ll use our Windows VPS server platform. I suggest...
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Everything You Need To Run Node.js Applications on Windows IIS

If you have an application that’s written in Node.JS but most comfortable with Microsoft Windows you’re in luck. Node.js runs on Windows with minimal effort, you can run an installer, and launch from a console, it’s that easy. But if you want to run a Node.js app with other applications written in .NET or PHP through IIS you’ll need to do a few things. The process is very easy, there’s a small learning curve to getting things running just right. During this process I discovered the enjoyment of Node.js and a vibrant community that takes pride in developing really well polished applications. Getting...
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5 Tips For A More Reliable cPanel VPS

cPanel is an addon product that makes Linux hosting easier to control. You can create hosting accounts, plans and even reseller hosting plans with cPanel. What makes it great is the intuitive interface. Even with all the easy control it requires some work to keep it out of hackers hands and working right. There’s a few things you can do to make your cPanel VPS hosting even more reliable. Always Optimize Your Websites (even on a cPanel VPS) Your server’s websites need to be optimized before most server changes will make any sort of significant difference. If your site is a WordPress...
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WordPress on Windows VPS in under 3 minutes

Many companies aren’t comfortable with Linux, they use Windows for everything internal. But you can install a fully functioning installation of WordPress on Windows. You do NOT need Linux to run a WordPress site. Even a highly successful site with lots of traffic can use WordPress on Windows VPS Hosting easily. For businesses this can take pressure off of having to learn something new on top of learning how to use WordPress. WordPress on Windows or Shared Linux Hosting? There’s many Linux based options that include an auto installer for WordPress. The pricing for Linux hosting is often cheaper, that’s another huge attraction....
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