How to Install Webmin on CentOS 7

Learn how to install Webmin, a web-based system configuration tool, on CentOS 7, enabling you to manage various aspects of your server through a user-friendly interface. Follow these step-by-step instructions to set up Webmin quickly and efficiently on your CentOS 7 server.
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Webmin is a web-based system configuration tool that allows administrators to manage various aspects of their server through a user-friendly interface. Installing Webmin on CentOS 7 is a straightforward process that can be accomplished with a few simple steps.

Step 1: Update Your System
Before installing any new software, it's always a good idea to ensure that your system is up to date. You can do this by running the following commands:

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Step 2: Add the Webmin Repository
Webmin is not included in the default CentOS repositories, so you'll need to add the Webmin repository to your system. Create a new repository file for Webmin using your favorite text editor:

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Add the following lines to the file:

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Save and close the file.

Step 3: Import the Webmin GPG Key
Next, you'll need to import the GPG key used to sign the Webmin packages. Run the following command:

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Step 4: Install Webmin
Now that the repository and key are added, you can install Webmin by running:

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During the installation process, you may be prompted to confirm that you want to install the software. Enter 'y' to proceed.

Step 5: Access Webmin
Once the installation is complete, you can access Webmin through your web browser. Open your browser and navigate to:

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Replace your_server_ip with the actual IP address of your CentOS 7 server. You may encounter a warning about the site's security certificate, which you can safely ignore or bypass.

You should now see the Webmin login page. Enter the username and password for your CentOS system to log in to the Webmin interface.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Webmin on CentOS 7. You can now use Webmin to manage various aspects of your server, such as user accounts, file systems, software packages, and more, all through a convenient web-based interface.