How to Deploy phpBB Forum Software on Ubuntu 22.04 with TLS
phpBB, an open-source forum application, can be deployed on Ubuntu 22.04 using a LAMP stack, an external MySQL database, and an Apache virtual host. The setup involves installing required PHP modules, downloading phpBB 3.3.11, configuring file permissions, and creating an Apache virtual host configuration. Free TLS encryption is added via Let's Encrypt's Certbot to secure the forum over HTTPS. After completing the web-based installer — which covers admin credentials, database connection, and board settings — at least one forum can be created through the Admin Control Panel. Post-deployment steps recommended include configuring SMTP for email notifications, installing extensions, and scheduling regular database backups.
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