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Jun 20, 2025
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How to Install Apache Webserver on Rocky Linux 9: Complete Guide
Apache HTTP Server, commonly referred to as Apache, is one of the most popular and reliable web servers in the world. It is widely used for hosting websites and web applications. If you are using Rocky Linux 9, installing Apache is a quick and straightforward process. This tutorial will guide you through the step-by-step process to install Apache Webserver on Rocky Linux 9.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have:
A system running Rocky Linux 9
A user account with sudo privileges
Terminal or SSH access to the server
Step 1: Update Your System
It is always a good idea to update your system packages before installing new software.
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sudo dnf update -y
This ensures your system is up to date and helps prevent potential conflicts.
Step 2: Install Apache Webserver
Apache’s package name on Rocky Linux is httpd. Install it using the following command:
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sudo dnf install httpd -y
This command will install Apache and all necessary dependencies.
Step 3: Start and Enable Apache
Once installed, start the Apache service:
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sudo systemctl start httpd
Enable Apache to start automatically at system boot:
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sudo systemctl enable httpd
Check the status to confirm that Apache is running:
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sudo systemctl status httpd
You should see the status: active (running).
Step 4: Configure the Firewall
By default, Rocky Linux 9 uses firewalld. You need to allow HTTP and HTTPS traffic through the firewall.
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sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=http
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-service=https
sudo firewall-cmd --reload
This will open ports 80 (HTTP) and 443 (HTTPS), allowing web traffic to reach your server.
Step 5: Verify Apache Installation
Open your web browser and enter your server’s IP address:
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http://your_server_ip
You should see the Apache Test Page, which confirms that Apache is installed and working correctly on your Rocky Linux 9 server.
Step 6: Apache Webserver Management Commands
Here are some essential commands for managing the Apache service:
Restart Apache:
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sudo systemctl restart httpd
Stop Apache:
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sudo systemctl stop httpd
Check Apache status:
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sudo systemctl status httpd
Disable Apache on boot:
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sudo systemctl disable httpd
Conclusion
You have successfully learned how to install Apache Webserver on Rocky Linux 9 and perform basic setup and management. Your web server is now ready to host websites and web applications.
Next Steps:
Configure Apache virtual hosts to host multiple websites.
Set up SSL certificates for secure HTTPS connections.
Optimize Apache performance for high-traffic websites.
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