what does managed server include ?

[shane]

Hello,

I was wondering what does management of dedicated server include in terms of security, patches etc.

Regards,

Shane

[Micfo-Brad]

In Terms of Server Management we Provide a range of standard software and security monitoring packages.

We have the best Server Admins who will setup all the Standard Packages, Server Monitoring and Security Monitoring Packages as per the request of the Customer. It will be setup as per your requirement and we will ensure that your Server performs as per your liking.

For a Linux Server we provide with the following features for our Dedicated Servers:

Security Audits
Our Admins will install Rootkithunter and configure it as well so that it runs on a daily basis. It will send you a report if anything goes wrong with it.

Re-Installation and repair of corrupt binaries.


Server Monitoring
We will install Scripts to moniter the following Services:
- Apache
- MySQL
- Email
- Server load
- SSH
- FTP
This system will not only moniter but would also try and fix and problem. In cas eit is not able to fix the problem a mail would be sent automatically to our Server Admins so that they can take care of the problem.

Apache Tweaking
We will help you in tweaking the Apache Configuration, install Zend Optimizer and also recompile Apache with commonly used Apache and PHP modules.

Web Server Security
We will install a custom mod_security with our own custom rulesets. It will help prevent dangerous attempts to hack the server.
Also as per the customers request we will compile PHP version 4, 5 or 6.
To prevent DDos attcks we will install mod_evasive.
Aslo PHP Security.

SSH Security
In terms of SSH security we will install and compile the latest version of SSL and SSH.
We will also disable root access and make the access for the server key based.
Also disbale the SSh1 protocol and enable the SSH2 protocol.
Also we will chnage the default SSH Port.

Install Firewall
Install CSF/APF firewall and also configure it to except calls from ports required by cPanel.
Disable the port 22 which is the default SSH Port
Setup and Configure BSF or Brute Force Detection with the firewall.
A monitoring to system to monitor the Linux Socket, so that as soon as any new port is opened you are sent an alert.

[Micfo-Brad]

At Micfo we have the best team of Windows Server Administrators who will ensure that your Server will perform as per you requirements and you have a hassle free experience.

As per request from our customers our Server Admins will setup the following Standard , Server Monitoring and Security Monitoring Packages.

Scripting Languages
• ASP
• ASP.NET 1.1, 2.0 and 3.0
• PHP 4.x or 5.x (As per the client requirements)
• Perl 5
• Any 3rd party scripting language ( License if necessary)

Web Server Secuirty
• Keep the Microsoft Secuirty updates up to date.
• Installing Microsoft Hot fixes
• Services pack (As required)

Firewall
• Default Windows Firewall
• VisNetic Firewall (Requires additional License)
• IP Address and Domain name restriction through IIS
• Security configuration Wizard
• Any 3rd party firewall (Requires additional License)

RDP Security
• Allow RDP access only from specific IP addresses using Windows default firewall.
• Change of RDP default port from registry.

Image Upload Components
• ASPUpload and ASPImage (Both Require Additional Licenses)

Scripting Mail Components
• ASPEmail, ASPMail, Jmail (All Require Additional Licenses)
• CDOSYS

[James]

Seems that there is no need to hire anyone to manage the server. Micfo is there to take care of your Linux/Windows Server management.

[RyanG]

Thats a very comprehensive list of server management tasks executed by Micfo system administrators. This surely is a major plus for all dedicated server customers as it allows them to concentrate solely on their business.

[shane]

That's true. If you have your own service provider taking care of the management of the server, i don't think i have to worry.

[Carl Owen]

I definitely agree to you Shane. It is very difficult to get so many features with a Dedicated server for an affordable cost. We must appreciate micfo.com for providing such a good server and service to the customers. It is not easy to provide so many features with a Dedicated server whether it is Linux or Windows. This will allow customers to concentrate on their work as they do not have to worry about server related problems.

[Matthew Barthorpe]

Yes indeed, after the perfect explanation from Brad about the security tasks performed here, it should be easier for everyone to choose Micfo as your web hosting provider.

[MicfoSteve]

Adding 24x7 Telephone support, Live Chat support and Email support we work 356 days, any problem with the server you get instant support

[Richie]

In short for hassle free Web Hosting and 24x7 Unhindered support one can highly rely on Micfo.com