Name: Mobassir Rafin
Student ID: 35731433
This project proposes the development of a cloud-based web server using the Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) model deployed on Microsoft Azure. The primary objective is to design, configure, and manage a virtual machine running a Linux operating system (Ubuntu Server), which will host a functional website accessible through a public IP address.
The server environment will be configured using command-line tools via Secure Shell (SSH), allowing remote administration and management. The Nginx web server will be installed and configured to deliver web content efficiently. The project will demonstrate key technical skills including system updates, package management, file permissions, and service control within a Linux environment.
In addition to hosting a basic HTML webpage, the server will support file hosting capabilities, helping users to download resources such as PDF documents. Secure file transfer techniques, including SCP , will be used to upload files from a local machine to the cloud server. The project will also explore network configurations, including port management and accessibility over HTTP.
This project shows the importance of cloud computing in modern IT infrastructure, offering scalability, flexibility, and remote accessibility. By implementing this solution on Microsoft Azure, the project benefits from reliable cloud services and global network infrastructure. Overall, this project provides practical experience in deploying and managing cloud-based servers while reinforcing theoretical concepts from ICT171.
This project is distributed under the MIT License, a widely used open-source license known for its simplicity and permissiveness. The MIT License allows users to use, modify, and distribute the software with minimal restrictions, provided that proper attribution is given to the original author. This makes it ideal for educational and collaborative environments where knowledge sharing is encouraged.
License: MIT License
Hosted on Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine