In previous articles, we talked about the BrainyCP control panel and its advantages. It is worth saying that there are actually quite a few of them. In this article we will tell you about the features and installation procedure of this hosting solution.
How to install BrainyCP
Installing BrainyCP can be difficult and requires a certain level of experience in server administration. Here are the general steps that can help when installing BrainyCP:
1. Configure your server - BrainyCP can be installed on a server running CentOS 7 or 8 or Ubuntu 18.04 or 20.04. Make sure that your server meets the requirements of BrainyCP and is configured correctly.
2. Install the necessary dependencies - Before installing BrainyCP, you need to install a number of dependencies, such as Apache, PHP, MariaDB, Git and others. You can use the instructions on the BrainyCP website to install the necessary dependencies.
3. Download and unpack BrainyCP - download BrainyCP from the official website, unpack the archive and go to the installer directory.
4. Run the Installer - Run the BrainyCP installer and follow the on-screen instructions. Make sure that you enter the correct information about your server, such as the IP address and password.
5. Configure Security settings - After installing BrainyCP, you need to configure security settings, such as changing the password to log in to the control panel and installing an SSL certificate.
6. Configure your server via the control panel - After installing BrainyCP, you can start managing your server via the control panel. Configure your server according to your needs, install the necessary applications and settings.
These are the general steps that will help you install BrainyCP on your server. However, if you do not have sufficient experience in server administration, it is recommended to contact professional administrators or use managed hosting with BrainyCP, where the control panel will be pre-installed and configured.