SSL Complete Guide 2021: HTTP to HTTPS - Configuring NGINX Web Server

The video tutorial guides viewers through setting up an NGINX web server on a clean Ubuntu installation. It covers configuring firewall rules, creating server blocks, and editing HTML files. The tutorial also explains how to configure a virtual server block, add necessary configurations, and test the setup. Finally, it demonstrates how to use Cloudflare for DNS settings and secure connections, preparing for TLS certificate installation.

What is the first step after installing NGINX on a new Ubuntu server?

• Configure firewall rules

• Install a database

• Create a virtual server block

• Modify DNS records

What is the purpose of creating a server block in NGINX?

• To reduce server load

• To enhance security

• To host multiple websites on a single server

• To increase server speed

Which command is used to edit files in the terminal as shown in the tutorial?

• vim

• nano

• emacs

• gedit

What must be replaced in the command to create a new directory for the virtual server block?

• The server's hostname

• The example domain with your own domain

• The default gateway

• The server's IP address

What is the purpose of verifying the NGINX configuration before restarting the server?

• To ensure the server is online

• To check for syntax errors

• To update the server software

• To clear the server cache

What is the role of the 'sites-available' folder in NGINX?

• To store temporary files

• To store server logs

• To hold configuration files for available sites

• To keep backup files

What should be done if the NGINX configuration test fails?

• Update the server software

• Restart the server

• Ignore the error

• Review and correct the configuration file

What is the significance of the 'flexible' option in Cloudflare's SSL settings?

• It only encrypts static content

• It disables encryption entirely

• It allows for partial encryption between Cloudflare and the server

• It provides full encryption between the client and server

Why might the default page still be served after creating a custom page?

• The DNS records are not updated

• The server block is not configured

• The server is not restarted

• The HTML file is missing

What is the final step after configuring the NGINX server and updating DNS records?

• Optimize server performance

• Create a backup

• Test the server connection

• Install a database