TurnKey Lighttpd PHP FastCGI Configuration is a pre-configured, ready-to-deploy server appliance designed to streamline the deployment of PHP applications using the Lighttpd web server. Lighttpd is renowned for its speed, security, and flexibility, making it ideal for high-traffic environments. This appliance integrates Lighttpd with FastCGI support for PHP, MariaDB as a database solution, and Adminer for database management, all within a secure and easy-to-maintain system. It is built on a transparent, 100% open-source Debian GNU/Linux foundation, ensuring no hidden backdoors or vendor lock-in. Key Features and Functionality: - Lighttpd Web Server: Optimized for speed and efficiency, Lighttpd handles dynamic HTTP content and supports PHP scripts via the FastCGI interface. - MariaDB Integration: Provides a robust, drop-in replacement for MySQL, offering reliable database management. - Adminer Interface: A lightweight and user-friendly web-based database management tool, accessible over SSL on port 12322. - TurnKey Web Control Panel: Offers convenient access to system settings and resources, enhancing administrative efficiency. - SSL Support: Pre-configured SSL ensures secure communications out of the box. - Postfix Mail Transfer Agent: Configured to allow sending emails, such as for password recovery, bound to localhost for security. - Webmin Modules: Includes modules for configuring PHP, MySQL, and Postfix, providing a comprehensive administrative toolkit. Primary Value and User Solutions: This appliance simplifies the deployment and management of PHP applications by providing a secure, optimized, and pre-configured environment. It saves users time and effort in setting up and maintaining a web server stack, allowing them to focus on application development and deployment. The integration of Lighttpd with FastCGI PHP support ensures high performance, while the inclusion of MariaDB and Adminer offers robust and user-friendly database management. The system's auto-update feature with daily security patches enhances security, and its open-source nature ensures transparency and freedom from vendor lock-in.