How to Install and Configure Apache Web Server in Red Hat Linux
Apache is a popular web server software that allows you to host websites and serve web pages over the internet. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing and configuring Apache Web Server on a Red Hat Linux system.
Step 1: Update System Packages
Before installing any new software, it’s always a good idea to update the system packages. Open the terminal and run the following command:
# yum update
This command will update all the installed packages on your system to their latest versions.
Step 2: Install Apache Web Server
Now, let’s proceed with the installation of Apache Web Server. Run the following command in the terminal:
# yum install httpd
This command will download and install Apache on your Red Hat Linux system.
Step 3: Start Apache Service
After successful installation, start the Apache service using the following command:
# systemctl start httpd.service
- Use systemctl status httpd.service to check if the service has started successfully.
- To enable Apache to start automatically at boot time, run # systemctl enable httpd.service.
- If you need to stop or restart Apache, use # systemctl stop httpd.service or # systemctl restart httpd.
Step 4: Configure Firewall for Apache
By default, the Red Hat Linux firewall may block incoming web traffic. To allow HTTP and HTTPS traffic, run the following commands in the terminal:
# firewall-cmd –permanent –add-service=http
# firewall-cmd –permanent –add-service=https
After running these commands, reload the firewall for changes to take effect:
# firewall-cmd –reload
Step 5: Test Apache Installation
To verify that Apache is installed and working correctly, open a web browser on your local machine and enter your server’s IP address or domain name in the address bar. You should see the default Apache test page.
Congratulations!
You have successfully installed and configured Apache Web Server on your Red Hat Linux system. You can now start hosting your websites and serving web pages to users around the world.
Remember to always keep your system and Apache software up to date for security reasons. Enjoy exploring the vast possibilities of web hosting with Apache!