DirectAdmin is a web hosting control panel software that allows users to administer websites, email addresses, and databases. It boasts a streamlined and intuitive interface, which makes it accessible for both novices and advanced users. DirectAdmin offers a suite of features including automatic backups, multiple levels of administration (Admin, Reseller, User), and support for various software like PHP, MySQL, and Apache. It is known for its speed and stability as well as a lower system footprint compared to some other control panels. Designed to be versatile, DirectAdmin is compatible with several versions of Linux and FreeBSD.