Advanced VPS Guide: Mastering Nginx, Subdomains, and Reverse Proxies

A Virtual Private Server (VPS) is your personal canvas on the internet. While basic setup is straightforward, unlocking its true potential requires mastering the web server. This guide dives deep into using Nginx to host multiple projects, manage subdomains, and route traffic to different services, transforming your single server into a multi-functional powerhouse. 1. Initial Server Setup After acquiring a VPS, you’ll get an IP address and root access. Your first steps are to secure the server and create a non-root user for daily operations. ...

September 7, 2025 · 6 min