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nginx: add basic auth
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Thiago Perrotta
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Jan. 7, 2025, 7:11 a.m.
nginx
HTTPS
network-security
reverse proxy
Summary
This blog post provides a straightforward guide on configuring nginx as a reverse proxy with basic authentication for exposing a HTTPS service securely on the public internet. It emphasizes a simple method to secure access without using a VPN.
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