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[LookingSecurity]

Hello,

I am looking to learn about securing and mantaining a server. Can you please tell me what is involved in securing and mantaining a server and link me to some resources.

Thanks In Advance,

LookingSecurity

[Harzem]

Just the sub forum:
http://www.webhostingtalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=73

Should provide some info.

[CretaForce]

Do you use Unix, Linux or Windows?

For example if you use FreeBSD a good start is their handbook:

http://www.freebsd.org/doc/en_US.ISO...ooks/handbook/

[Mxhub]

First thing you need to have is setup a firewall. Next is to make sure you are using latest software eg. kernel.

[dog_star]

I agree the sub-forum Harzem linked above should be your first stop.

Assuming you're talking about Linux servers, the distro website may provide further guides in their help section e.g. Debian have a 'Securing Debian' document, on their website.