Just a quick guide on how I install Nextcloud. This covers Nextcloud 25.0.1 with PHP 8.1 on Debian Bullseye, optimized with Redis, APCu, and MariaDB.
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NGINX Hardening: Achieving A+ Security & Performance
Improving your web security and performance starts with a solid foundation. I regularly use external online generators and verification tools to ensure my NGINX configuration meets the highest standards. This guide details my steps to achieve an A+ security rating and optimal performance settings.
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What is MTA-STS (MTA Strict Transport Security)?
MTA-STS is a mechanism that enforces TLS encryption for your email communication. Think of it as HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS) for email. By instructing the sending mail server that a secure connection is mandatory, you can effectively mitigate or stop Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attacks. The official abstract from the RFC puts it best:
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