NGINX Explained in 5 Minutes

Learn the step-by-step configuration of Nginx, explore its file structure, and enable essential features for efficient performance. This guide covers Nginx’s critical role in modern infrastructure, including its use as a web server, reverse proxy, and load balancer.
Key Topics:
Nginx configuration file and file structure
Step-by-step guide to configuring Nginx
Enabling essential features:
SSL
Reverse proxies
Load balancing
Access control
Nginx (pronounced "engine-x") is a high-performance, open-source web server and reverse proxy server known for its efficient handling of large numbers of concurrent connections with minimal resource usage. It’s widely adopted for its simplicity and scalability.