- Update Package Lists: Before installing any new software, it’s a good practice to update the package lists on your system.
sudo apt update - Install Nginx: Use the following command to install Nginx.
sudo apt install nginx - Start Nginx: After the installation is complete, start the Nginx service.
sudo systemctl start nginx - Enable Nginx to Start on Boot: Ensure that Nginx starts automatically when the system boots.
sudo systemctl enable nginx - Check Nginx Status: Confirm that Nginx is running without errors.
sudo systemctl status nginxThis command will display the status and other information about the Nginx service.
- Configure Firewall: If you have a firewall enabled, such as UFW, you may need to allow traffic on port 80 (HTTP) and/or port 443 (HTTPS). If UFW is not installed, you can install it and configure it with the following commands:
sudo apt install ufw
sudo ufw allow 'Nginx HTTP'
sudo ufw allow 'Nginx HTTPS'
sudo ufw enableAdjust the firewall rules based on your specific requirements.
- Access Nginx Default Page: Open a web browser and enter your server’s IP address or domain name. You should see the default Nginx welcome page, indicating that the installation was successful.
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