LAMP Stack on Ubuntu 22.04

LAMP stands for Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP. Together, they provide a proven set of software for delivering high-performance web applications. Each component contributes essential capabilities to the stack

Apache Web Server - Build and host as many websites as you need using LAMP.

MySQL Server - Create as many MySQL databases as you need for your business critical applications. Create databases using the mysql shell or phpmyadmin web interface.

PHP - The programming language - The PHP open source scripting language works with Apache to help you create dynamic web pages.

phpMyadmin - Web interface that allows you to manage and create MySQL databases using an easy to use web GUI. (managing databases, tables, columns, relations, indexes, users, permissions, etc).

Let's Encrypt - Create SSL certificates for your web applications using the LAMP command line.

LAMP Server Features:

Apache2 - Industry-standard open-source web server for serving static and dynamic content.

MySQL Server - Robust, scalable open-source relational database management system.

PHP - Popular server-side scripting language for building dynamic web applications.

phpMyAdmin - Web-based MySQL administration tool for easy database management.

Certbot - Free SSL/TLS certificates from Let's Encrypt for secure HTTPS hosting.

Automated installation and configuration for rapid deployment on Azure.

phpMyAdmin installed non-interactively with default credentials (change for production).

Systemd integration: Apache and MySQL are enabled and started as services.

Ubuntu Universe repository enabled for broader package support.

LAMP Use Cases

• Web Hosting: Deploy personal, business, or client websites with PHP and MySQL support.
• Content Management Systems: Run platforms like WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal.
• Web Application Development: Build and test custom PHP/MySQL applications in a cloud or local environment.
• Database Management: Use phpMyAdmin for easy MySQL administration and backups.
• Learning & Training: Practice Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP skills in a safe sandbox.
• Prototyping: Quickly spin up a LAMP stack for proof-of-concept or demo projects.

LAMP Server Support

LAMP Stack Server on Ubuntu Server support is from How to Setup LAMP Server on Azure