Installing Nginx on Ubuntu 22.04

Nginx is a popular open-source web server software designed to efficiently handle high-concurrency web traffic. It is often used as a reverse proxy or a load balancer for distributed applications, serving static content, or even as a front-end proxy for HTTP, TCP, and UDP protocols.

Step 1: Update Package Lists

Before installing Nginx, it's always recommended to update the package lists on your Ubuntu system to make sure you are installing the latest available version.

Step 2: Install Nginx

Next, you can install Nginx using the apt package manager:

Step 3: Start and Enable Nginx Service

After the installation is complete, you can start and enable the Nginx service to automatically start on system boot:

Step 4: Verify Nginx Installation

You can verify the Nginx installation by accessing your server's IP address or domain name in a web browser. If the installation was successful, you should see the default Nginx welcome page.

Step 5 (Optional): Adjusting Firewall Settings

If you have an active firewall, you may need to open HTTP (port 80) and HTTPS (port 443) to allow incoming connections to your Nginx server:

That's it! You have successfully installed Nginx on Ubuntu 22.04. Now you can start configuring Nginx for your specific website or application needs.