What is a Load Balancer & How to Set It Up 

What is a Load Balancer & How to Set It Up

If your website or application experiences high traffic, a load balancer is essential. It distributes incoming requests across multiple servers, keeping your site fast, reliable, and secure. They are especially important for high-traffic websites, cloud applications, and APIs. This guide explains why you need a load balancer, introduces the most used options, and provides step-by-step […]

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What Is NGINX and Its Use as NGINX Reverse Proxy

What is NGINX and how to use as NGINX reverse proxy

NGINX is a versatile and high-performance open-source web server that has become a cornerstone of modern web infrastructure. Beyond serving websites, it functions as a reverse proxy and load balancer, enabling faster response times, improved security, and seamless scalability for high-traffic applications. Its efficiency and flexibility make it a popular choice for companies ranging from

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Maximizing WireGuard Performance: Advanced Tuning and Benchmarking

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This practical guide shows you how to measure and maximize WireGuard performance on a Contabo VPS or Dedicated Server. Build a reliable baseline-vs-tunnel benchmark, fix MTU/MSS, verify offloads, and use parallel streams. Clear checklists and minimal commands turn tuning into repeatable, near-baseline throughput.

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The Complete Beginner’s Guide to n8n: Your First Workflow

Begginer's Guide to n8n

Tired of manually copying data between apps? This comprehensive n8n tutorial is your step-by-step guide to workflow automation. We cover everything from the basics of n8n and choosing between cloud and self-hosted options, to building a practical workflow that sends Slack notifications from Gmail. Learn how to connect your favorite tools, save time, and eliminate errors for good.

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The Ultimate Guide to n8n Web Scraping

Web Scraping with n8n

Ready to automate data collection from any website? This comprehensive guide shows you how to scrape with n8n. We start with the basics of using the HTTP Request and HTML nodes to extract data from simple pages and provide a step-by-step fix for the common 403 Forbidden error. Then, we cover advanced techniques for scraping dynamic, JavaScript-heavy websites using powerful community nodes. You’ll also learn critical best practices for scaling your scraping workflows, handling errors gracefully, and turning raw data into valuable insights with AI.

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Self-Hosting n8n: A Comprehensive Docker & VPS Guide

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Ready to unlock the full power of n8n? This step-by-step guide walks you through everything you need to know to self-host your own automation powerhouse on a VPS. From the initial Docker setup and securing your instance with NGINX, to managing backups and scaling for high-volume workflows, you’ll gain the skills to take complete control of your automation stack.

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Complete WordPress VPS Security Guide: Fortifying Your Digital Presence

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Your WordPress site deserves more than basic protection. Discover how to secure it on a VPS with layered defenses – firewalls, malware scans, SSL, and backups. This complete guide shows you how to safeguard your data, defend against attacks, and build a resilient online presence.

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n8n vs. Zapier vs. Make: An In-Depth Comparison

Struggling to choose between n8n, Zapier, and Make? This comprehensive guide breaks down their core differences, pricing models, integration ecosystems, and real-world use cases to help you find the perfect automation tool for your team, whether you prioritize ease of use, visual building, or the power of self-hosting.

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How to Change Your Server’s Port at Contabo 

Guide on how and why to change your server's port at Contabo

Changing the default port on your server is a simple but effective way to improve security. Standard ports are often targeted by brute-force attacks, making your system more vulnerable to unauthorized access. By switching to a custom port, you add an additional layer of protection without limiting functionality.  Contabo offers full flexibility in port selection,

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How to Set Up and Use Object Storage with Contabo 

Setting Up new Object Storage at Contabo - Walkthrough

Object Storage is a powerful and scalable solution for storing unstructured data such as backups, images, videos, and large files. It is designed for anyone who needs secure, cost-effective storage with seamless API access. This guide will teach you what object storage is and how to set it up.  What is Object Storage?  Unlike traditional

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