Nginx is a powerful and efficient web server. In this guide, you’ll learn how to install Nginx on Ubuntu 22.04, a step crucial for hosting websites or web applications.
Updating System Packages
First, update your system’s packages:
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
Installing Nginx
Install Nginx using the following command:
sudo apt install nginx
Starting and Enabling Nginx
Once installed, start and enable Nginx to run on boot:
sudo systemctl start nginx sudo systemctl enable nginx
Verifying Nginx Installation
To confirm that Nginx is running:
sudo systemctl status nginx
Configuring Firewall
Configure the UFW firewall to allow HTTP and HTTPS traffic:
sudo ufw allow 'Nginx Full'
Accessing Nginx
To access the Nginx landing page, go to your web browser and enter your server’s IP address.
Managing Nginx Service
Here are common commands to manage the Nginx service:
1. Restart Nginx:
sudo systemctl restart nginx
2. Reload Nginx (for configuration changes):
sudo systemctl reload nginx
3. Stop Nginx:
sudo systemctl stop nginx
You’ve successfully installed Nginx on Ubuntu 22.04. This basic setup is suitable for hosting static websites. For more complex configurations, such as setting up server blocks (similar to virtual hosts in Apache), SSL certificates, and reverse proxy settings, additional configuration is required.
