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2025-07-10: New: Web Hosting for Your Online Presence – Directly Managed by Your IT Service Provider

As your trusted IT service provider, I am now pleased to offer not only traditional IT services but also professional web hosting for your online presence. 🖥️

What can you expect?

With my web hosting service, you will receive:

✅ WordPress websites – customized to your individual needs.
✅ Your own domain & email address – e.g. max.mustermann@your-domain.com.
✅ Worry-free package – I handle the setup, maintenance, and security for you.

For more details, please visit my website under:
➡️ Private Clients => Homepage/Website or
➡️ Businesses => Website.

Technically up to date

Your WordPress site runs in a modern Docker container and is hosted on a virtual private server (VPS). This ensures high flexibility and performance.

🛡️ Security and backups:

  • Nightly automatic backups of your entire website (including Docker container) are performed.
  • Your emails are managed on a separate VPS using the reliable Mailcow software, enabling you to send and receive emails with your own domain and personalized addresses.

Professional management included

As your IT service provider, I take care of the complete administration and monitoring of your web hosting:

🔄 Regular security updates, including for WordPress and installed plugins.
🚨 Monitoring to ensure your website is always online.
🤝 Prompt assistance, should any issues arise.

Interested?

If you would like to host a new website affordably through me or move an existing WordPress installation, feel free to get in touch. 📞✉️
I will be happy to advise you individually and find the perfect solution for your project.

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Blog Anonymity Messenger Security Server

2025-06-15: Use WhatsApp securely with a Proxy

In an age where data privacy is increasingly important, it’s essential to be aware of your digital footprint. Messaging apps like WhatsApp, operated by Meta (formerly Facebook), collect a wide range of metadata — even though message content is end-to-end encrypted.

Fortunately, there’s a solution for anyone who wants to continue using WhatsApp without exposing their connection details: my free WhatsApp Proxy Service! 🌐🔐

What Does My WhatsApp Proxy Do?

My WhatsApp proxy service acts as an intermediary between your device and WhatsApp’s servers. Instead of connecting directly to Meta’s servers, your data traffic is routed through my proxy. This means:

  • ✉️ Hidden IP Address: WhatsApp (i.e., Meta) no longer sees your real IP address, preventing them from determining your location or internet provider.
  • 🌍 No Geo-Tracking: The detour via proxy makes it nearly impossible to track your location.
  • 🔒 Encrypted Communication: All data is transmitted using SSL encryption.
  • ⛔️ Minimal Metadata: Information about your device, region, or connection time is significantly reduced.
  • 💡 Free and Anonymous: The service is completely free and requires no registration.
How to Set Up the WhatsApp Proxy 📱
  1. Open WhatsApp and tap the three dots in the top right corner (⋮).
  2. Navigate to Settings > Storage and Data > Proxy.
  3. Enable Use Proxy.
  4. Tap on Set up Proxy and enter the following details:
    • Proxy Host: whatsapp.cmdsrv.de or alternatively 128.140.60.104
    • Chat Port: 7001
    • Media Port: 7007
  5. Confirm by tapping the check mark ✅.
  6. It should now display “Connected”.

And that’s it — you’re securely connected via my proxy! 🔐

Why Using a WhatsApp Proxy Makes Sense ❓

Meta makes its money through ads and analytics — not just by what you write, but by tracking when, where, how, and with whom you communicate. Even without accessing your message content, Meta knows when you’re online, who you’re chatting with, and from where.

Conclusion ✅

My WhatsApp Proxy Service offers a simple, effective tool to enhance your digital privacy. No registration, no fees — just real benefits:

⭐ More privacy, less surveillance.

Try it out yourself and feel free to share this information with others who value digital self-determination. 🤝

I am an IT specialist focused on networks and server services. I am happy to assist with technical questions or custom requirements. Feel free to get in touch — inquiries are always welcome.

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Blog Messenger OpenSource Security Server

2025-06-11: Replace Microsoft Teams with Matrix & Element

In a time when data protection, digital sovereignty, and cost control are more important than ever, many companies are looking for a real alternative to Microsoft Teams. As an IT service provider, I offer exactly that: a powerful, modern communication solution – based on the Matrix protocol and the open-source Element interface.

🧩 What is Element – and what is Matrix?
  • Element X / Element Web is the front-end interface for messaging, file sharing, and video conferencing – available on laptops, smartphones, and tablets.
  • Matrix Synapse is the backend – it runs on your own server and handles secure, decentralized communication.
🛡️ Full control over your data – no dependency on Microsoft

With my solution, every company runs its own communication server in a German data center. This ensures that every message, file, and call stays in-house – without being routed through U.S.-based platforms or global cloud infrastructures.

🔐 No data transfer to the USA
🚫 No Microsoft accounts or licenses required
🇩🇪 Server location: Germany – fully GDPR compliant
✅ 100% independence from U.S. corporations

Everything modern teams need
  • 💬 One-on-one and group messaging
  • 📎 Secure file sharing
  • 📞 Voice and video calls
  • 📱 Cross-platform usage (laptop, phone, tablet)
  • 🗂️ Structured rooms for teams and projects
💼 Trusted by military and governments

Matrix and Element are already in use by various military and public-sector organizations: The U.S. Navy uses Matrix on multiple ships for secure internal communication. The German Bundeswehr operates its own Matrix-based messenger (BwMessenger). Governments in France, Luxembourg, Sweden, and the German healthcare sector also rely on Matrix for secure, sovereign communication.

This is all provided on a secure, open-source foundation – flexible, transparent, and future-ready.

💸 Clear savings – year after year

Compared to Microsoft Teams, a company with 20 employees can save up to $1000 per year – while keeping full control over all internal communication and data.

🛠️ My offer to you
  • Setup and operation of your own Matrix instance
  • Deployment of Element Web / Element X as the user interface
  • Ongoing maintenance, security updates, and technical support
  • GDPR-compliant configuration
  • Optional: onboarding and training for your team
✅ Conclusion

With Matrix and Element, you gain a professional, secure, and cost-effective communication platform – without Microsoft, without data leakage, and without vendor lock-in.

👉 I’m happy to provide a custom quote tailored to your company size and needs.
Independent. Secure. Future-proof. – Your new communication solution.

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Blog OpenSource Server Uptime

2025-06-08: Easy Server Monitoring: Why Uptime Kuma and NTFY Matter for Your Business

In today’s highly digital business environment, the availability of your IT systems is a critical success factor. Whether it’s an online store, customer portal, or internal tool – system outages can lead not only to lost revenue, but also to damaged customer trust.

Reliable monitoring of your servers and services is therefore essential. Two tools that have proven particularly effective are Uptime Kuma and NTFY. Combined, they provide a simple and powerful solution to detect disruptions early – and respond immediately. ⚡

❗ Why Is This So Important for Businesses?

Outages happen. Whether due to maintenance, technical failure, or network issues – reaction time is key. If you’re notified the moment a service goes offline, you can step in quickly and minimize downtime. ⏱️

Small and medium-sized businesses in particular benefit from not having to wait for customer complaints. Instead, you stay proactive and in control. This improves service quality, saves valuable time, and protects your reputation. ✅

🔧 What Do Uptime Kuma and NTFY Actually Do?
  • 🧭 Uptime Kuma continuously monitors your web servers, databases, and other services. It instantly detects if something is no longer working.
  • 📲 NTFY sends push notifications to your smartphone or desktop the moment an issue is detected – without the complexity of email servers or SMS gateways.

This keeps your team informed – even outside of working hours. 🌙

🌟 Key Benefits at a Glance
  • 🚨 Early Detection of Outages
    No more surprises: you’ll know the moment something goes wrong.
  • ⚙️ Quick Response Time
    Push notifications help you act fast – when every minute counts.
  • 🧩 Simple Integration
    Both tools can be installed on a virtual server with minimal setup.
  • 💰 Cost-Effective
    Both are open-source – no license fees or subscriptions required.
✅ Conclusion

Together, Uptime Kuma and NTFY offer a lightweight and highly effective way to monitor your IT infrastructure. They boost your ability to respond quickly to issues, enhance your customer service, and give you peace of mind – knowing your systems are being watched. 🛡️

Especially for businesses without large IT departments, this solution is ideal: flexible, low-maintenance, and easy to expand.

💬 If you’d like help setting it up or want a custom monitoring solution tailored to your needs, I’m happy to assist.

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Blog OpenSource Security Server

2025-06-01: RustDesk: The Free Alternative to TeamViewer & AnyDesk

Remote access software is an essential tool in modern IT—whether for technical support, remote work, or quick computer assistance. While commercial solutions like TeamViewer and AnyDesk are well-known, today I would like to introduce you to a more privacy-conscious and cost-free alternative: RustDesk.

🛠️ What Is RustDesk?

RustDesk is an open-source remote desktop software that offers high performance, ease of use, and full control over data traffic. It is cross-platform—available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS—and especially well-suited for data-sensitive environments.

🔐 Your Data – Your Choice: Advantages Over TeamViewer & AnyDesk

📡 1. Host Your Own Server for Full Data Sovereignty

Unlike commercial providers, RustDesk allows you to host your own infrastructure. This means all connection traffic stays under your control—without being routed through external servers.

💸 2. No Hidden Licensing Costs

RustDesk is completely free to use—even for commercial purposes. There are no limitations on the number of devices, connections, or support hours. You reduce IT costs without sacrificing features.

🚀 3. Fast Setup and Modern Technology

The software is written in the programming language Rust, known for its performance and safety. Installation is simple, resource usage is minimal, and connection speeds are excellent.

🔍 4. Open Source Creates Trust

Unlike proprietary systems like TeamViewer or AnyDesk, RustDesk offers full transparency with open-source code. Security risks or privacy concerns can be audited publicly—a decisive advantage for businesses, government organizations, and privacy-conscious individuals.

🧑‍💻 My Service: Secure IT Support with RustDesk

As an IT service provider, I support individuals and businesses with a tailored, privacy-compliant remote support solution based on RustDesk. By using a dedicated server infrastructure, I can provide you with secure connections that meet the highest privacy and compliance standards—without any data being routed through third parties.

📘 Want to Host It Yourself? No Problem – Here’s My Tutorial

If you want to set up your own RustDesk server, I’ve created a detailed, step-by-step tutorial to walk you through the process:
👉 Set Up RustDesk on a Linux Server Using Docker-Compose
In this guide, I explain how to run your own self-hosted remote desktop solution quickly and reliably.

🌍 Why Open Source Matters More Than Ever

In an age where digital sovereignty and data protection are constantly under threat, free and open-source software like RustDesk provides a real alternative. You decide how and where your data is processed—without dependence on external vendors or restrictive licensing models.

✅ Conclusion: RustDesk Offers You Security, Freedom, and Control

RustDesk combines security, flexibility, and cost-efficiency in a modern remote access solution. As free software, it gives you back control—over your infrastructure, your data, and your IT operations.

📞 Do you have questions or need expert support?
I’m happy to help you implement a secure and customized solution—without compromise.

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Blog Messenger Server

2025-05-20: Matrix + Video Calls – Exploring ElementCall & ElementX

Over the past few weeks, I’ve been diving into ElementCall and ElementX – two exciting projects in the Matrix ecosystem that push decentralized communication even further.

🔹 ElementCall enables secure, peer-to-peer video calls using the Matrix protocol – built on top of LiveKit.
🔹 ElementX is a next-generation Matrix client – fast, lightweight, and built with modern architecture.

📚 New Tutorial Available!
I’ve written a step-by-step tutorial on how to integrate ElementCall (with LiveKit and JWT authentication) as an addon to an existing Matrix Synapse installation running in Docker.

💡 This makes it easy to upgrade your Matrix setup with full-featured video calling – fully self-hosted and privacy-respecting.

👉 Check out the tutorial here:
🔗 https://it-service-commander.de/en/tutorials-2/docker/elementcall-as-add-on-for-matrix-synapse-docker/

Feel free to reach out if you’re experimenting with Matrix or looking to add video calling to your infrastructure!

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