How to Install Cherokee Web Server on Alpine Linux Latest

Cherokee is a lightweight web server that is very easy to configure and use. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to install Cherokee on Alpine Linux Latest.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with this guide, ensure that you have the following:

• Access to a terminal window or console
• Root permissions on your Linux server
• An active internet connection

Step 1: Update Your System

The first step before installing Cherokee is to update your system packages by running the following command:

apk update && apk upgrade

This will update all the packages on your Alpine Linux server to the latest versions.

Step 2: Install Cherokee

To install Cherokee on Alpine Linux, enter the following command in the terminal window:

apk add cherokee

This command will install Cherokee on your system from the Alpine repository.

Step 3: Start Cherokee Service

After installing Cherokee, you need to start the Cherokee service by typing the following command:

rc-service cherokee start

This command will start the Cherokee service and make it available on your server.

Step 4: Test Cherokee Installation

Finally, you can test if Cherokee is working correctly by opening a web browser and navigating to the following address:

http://localhost:8080

If you see the Cherokee welcome page, then you have successfully installed Cherokee on Alpine Linux.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you learned how to install Cherokee on Alpine Linux and test your installation. Cherokee is an excellent web server that is easy to use and configure, making it an excellent choice for beginners and professionals alike.