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Remove Server Header on IIS for Web Security

Today, web security has become more important than ever. The Server header, which explicitly specifies the operating system and version of a web server, can be a valuable source of information for potential attackers. Therefore, if you are using IIS (Internet Information Services), it is a good security practice to remove the Server header.

Step 1: Open IIS Manager
As a first step, open IIS Manager. You can easily access it by typing “IIS Manager” from the Start menu. ...  READ MORE ❯❯❯

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Efficient Resource Management on IIS: Setting RAM Limits for Application Pools

Adding RAM limits to an application pool (App Pool) on an IIS (Internet Information Services) server is an important step to control and stabilize the server’s resources. IIS monitors and manages web applications through application pools. Here are the steps to add RAM limits to an application pool in IIS:

1.Open the IIS Administration Tool: ...  READ MORE ❯❯❯

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Installing IIS on Windows Server

You can install IIS (Internet Information Services) on Windows Server using Server Manager by following the steps below:

1. Server Preparation:
— Make sure you have Administrator privileges on your server if you are using a Windows Server operating system. ...  READ MORE ❯❯❯

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Obtaining an SSL Certificate on Windows IIS Server Using “Certify the Web”

One of the crucial steps towards securing data traffic on the internet is to use SSL/TLS certificates on your websites. These certificates ensure encrypted data transmission and enable users to interact with your site securely. For Windows-based IIS servers, you can utilize the free tool “Certify the Web” to acquire and manage SSL certificates. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to obtain an SSL certificate using the Certify the Web tool:

Step 1: Downloading and Installing Certify the Web ...  READ MORE ❯❯❯

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Articles Monitoring Windows Server

Part III — Monitoring Process for IIS Servers on Windows Server

Monitoring IIS Servers on Windows Server Using Prometheus, Grafana, and WMI Exporter: Step-by-Step Guide