SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is the most popular data encryption technique used on the Web today. For the RaQ and RaQ 2 servers, it is the only supported version available and must be purchased online ($99.00 US) from the Cobalt Networks Web site at: http://www.cobalt.com/

Once you've purchased the software and downloaded the ".pkg" file to install on your RaQ or RaQ 2 server, you can follow the instructions below to administrate and  configure your SSL server.

Please note: keep in mind that a majority of these commands require "root" telnet access. If you are not experienced in using a Unix shell to edit and configure files, you may want to contact our Sales Team in order to find a developer or contractor who can assist you on an hourly basis.

• Cobalt RaQ/RaQ 2 Secure Web Server setup [PDF] (161 Kb)

• RedHat Secure Web Server Administration Guide [PostScript] (35.0 MB)
  This very large file (modem downloaders beware) is the complete guide to setup and administration of the generic Secure Web Server from the RedHat Linux software company. It covers a lot more ground than the above PDF file, but can be highly technical at times. It is intended for experienced Unix site administrators.

  Note: if you don't have a program to view or print PostScript files (.ps), you can download "GSview" for Windows.