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CentOS Linux 7 will reach its end of life (EOL) on June 30, 2024. Learn what you need to know and how to prepare ahead of time in anticipation of the CentOS 7 EOL date.

Databases are an important part of most modern, dynamic websites. This article provides instructions for setting up a database with MySQL Database Wizard in cPanel.

Creating scheduled tasks via a crontab file automates script execution on your server. While you can manually edit the crontab, using cPanel simplifies the process. It allows setting preferences, entering commands, and receiving email updates upon execution, minimizing syntax errors and ensuring smooth operation.

In cPanel, each MySQL database can have multiple users. If needed, you can delete a user from a specific database or remove the MySQL user entirely from your account. This can be done directly from the database or through your cPanel account.

Two-factor authorization means that instead of just a password, you will also need a rotating authentication token along with the password (two factors) to log into your cPanel account. Only the correct combination of the first and second factor will allow you to log in and access your account. In order to require cPanel user two-factor authentication, you need to set it up in WHM to be enabled for all users.

Regular system backups are crucial for disaster recovery, but for a single important email, download it directly from your webmail client instead of a full site backup.

Migrating email services to a Linux server or transferring contacts between systems can be arduous. Fortunately, common Linux webmail options like Horde and Roundcube offer tools to import and export address books using file types such as CSV or vCards. This guide covers the steps for importing and exporting contacts in both Horde and Roundcube webmail.

A certificate signing request (CSR) is information generated by your server that is necessary to apply for a SSL certificate. It contains information about your website, but it’s encoded. Instead of trying to learn the notation and encode a CSR yourself, Webhost Manager (WHM) can do all that for you. All you have to do is enter your information and WHM will create the CSR for you.

Accessing a list of cPanel accounts on your server is useful for updating customer base, identifying unused accounts, or estimating licensing costs. With cPanel licensing based on account numbers, reviewing this list aids in planning.

cPanel’s Security Advisor alerts admins to potential security issues and configurations, helping ensure server security and performance.

Put your new WHM/cPanel server to work! Learn its many features and tools to get the most value from your Linux hosting experience.

Server costs may be affected by the number of accounts on the server. More than ever, efficient management of the accounts on your server is a necessary part of hosting.