Install Ubuntu
Begin by downloading the latest LTS version of Ubuntu Server from the official website and following the installation instructions to set up your server.
Install MySQL (MariaDB)
Update the package index using the following command:
sudo apt update
Then, install the MySQL server package:
sudo apt install mysql-server
After installation, secure the MySQL installation by running:
sudo mysql_secure_installation
Install PHP-FPM
IInstall PHP and required extensions with:
sudo apt install php-fpm php-mysql php-common php-mbstring php-xmlrpc php-soap php-gd php-xml php-cli php-zip
Next, configure PHP-FPM by editing the php.ini file:
sudo nano /etc/php/7.x/fpm/php.ini
Adjust settings as needed, then restart PHP-FPM:
sudo systemctl restart php7.x-fpm
Conclusion
By following these steps, you've successfully set up a robust environment for hosting WordPress on your Ubuntu server. This configuration ensures optimal performance, security, and scalability for your website. With WordPress, MySQL, PHP-FPM, and Nginx working together seamlessly, you can now focus on building and managing your website content effectively.