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  • How to Install Erugo on Your Server: Step-by-Step Guide for Secure File Sharing

    Introduction

    When it comes to sharing files online, many people rely on big cloud services like Google Drive or WeTransfer. They’re easy to use — but they also come with trade-offs: limited control, privacy concerns, and dependency on third-party infrastructure.

    If you’re looking for a solution that gives you full control over your data, without compromising on usability or design, it’s time to consider hosting your own platform.

    This is where Erugo comes in.

    Erugo is a powerful self-hosted file-sharing application built with PHP (Laravel) and Vue.js. It offers a clean and modern web interface where users can securely upload and share files — whether it’s with colleagues, clients, or across your own devices. With Erugo, you decide where your files live and how they’re handled.

    In this step-by-step guide, I’ll show you how to install and configure Erugo on your own server using Docker. We’ll cover everything from domain setup and SSL certificates to running the app behind a secure reverse proxy.

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  • Vai.li: Your Free URL Shortening Service, Powered by Open Source and Modern Tech

    Introduction

    In today’s fast-paced digital world, sharing links efficiently is crucial. We’re excited to introduce vai.li, a free URL shortening service designed to streamline your online link sharing experience. Vai.li is built using modern technologies like Docker and is proudly based on the open-source project Kutt, ensuring a reliable and transparent service.

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  • Step-by-Step Guide: Self-Host RustDesk Server Pro on Cloud via Docker for Secure Remote Access

    Introduction

    Several alternatives, ranging from open-source to commercial, are available for remote desktop solutions.

    After testing various options, I’ve used RustDesk in my infrastructure for quite some time. While the open-source version served me well, I recently explored RustDesk Server Pro, which offers additional enterprise-grade features. Both solutions have proven to be reliable and robust.

    While tools like Apache Guacamole, TigerVNC, and others offer similar capabilities, I chose RustDesk for its stability, straightforward setup process, and flexibility in choosing between self-hosted open-source and commercial solutions.

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