How to Set Up an NFS Server on Ubuntu (Complete with AutoFS!)

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NFS (Network File System) is a fantastic way to share files between Linux and UNIX machines. In this video, Jay walks you through the process of setting up an NFS server on Ubuntu, complete with a walkthrough on mounting the exports. Not only that, you'll see how you can utilize AutoFS for on-demand mounting as well. Thanks to Linode for sponsoring today's video! Check them out to set up your very own Linux server in minutes! ➜ https://learnlinux.link/akamai *🐧 Donate to Learn Linux TV and Receive a PDF with tips for switching to Linux* Contains over 40 pages of tips and recommendations to help make your transition easier! Check it out here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-desktop-tips *💧 Spin up some Linux Servers with Digital Ocean* Digital Ocean is a great way to quickly spin up some Linux machines! • Check it out here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/digitalocean (Affiliate Link) *📄 Check out this awesome Linux commands cheatsheet!* Support Learn Linux TV and grab yourself this super-handy cheatsheet, featuring all the important Linux commands and their most useful options. Grab yours here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-commands *❤️ Consider becoming a Channel Member* Support Linux Learning and gain acess to exclusive perks, such as ad-free content and early access to select videos. Your support really helps!!! Join here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/member *🛍️ Support The Channel and Get Awesome Linux Swag!* Head on over to the Learn Linux TV Merch Shop and check out some great Linux-themed gear, including (but not limited to) T-shirts, drinkware, buttons, stickers and more! • "apt install coffee" T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/apt-install-coffee • "sudo" T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/sudo-shirt • Linux Commands Cheat Sheet ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-commands • "May Spontaneously Talk About Linux" T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/talk-about-linux-shirt • "Dark Side of the Terminal" T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/dark-side-shirt • Lots more ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv _Use coupon code "LINUXFAN" to get 10% off your entire order ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv_ *🐧 Other Ways to Support Learn Linux TV* • Patreon ➜ https://learnlinux.link/patron • Spin up your very own Linux server ➜ https://learnlinux.link/digitalocean • Linux swag ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv • Check out Netdata ➜ https://learnlinux.link/netdata • Jay's Gear ➜ https://learnlinux.link/amazon _Note: Royalties and/or commission is earned from each of the above links_ Check out the blog post for this video for all the commands I used: - Official blog post for this video ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/?p=2415 *🕐 Time Codes* 00:00 - Intro 01:04 - Set up your very own cloud Linux server with Linode (sponsor) 02:53 - Setup notes and what you'll need to get started 04:48 - Creating the base directory for NFS shares 05:58 - Installing the NFS server component on Ubuntu 07:05 - Setting up the NFS service and exports 12:27 - Creating test files for testing the shares/exports 13:41 - Setting up the NFS client package (nfs-common) 14:36 - Testing connectivity between the client and server with the showmount command 16:09 - Setting up the parent directory on the client for mounting shares/exports 17:32 - Manually mounting an NFS share/export 20:04 - Using AutoFS to automatically mount NFS shares/exports*🎓 Full Linux Courses* • Linux Crash Course ➜ https://linux.video/cc • Netdata ➜ https://linux.video/netdata • tmux ➜ https://linux.video/tmux • vim ➜ https://linux.video/vim • Bash Scripting ➜ https://linux.video/bash • Proxmox VE ➜ https://linux.video/pve • Ansible (Paid) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/ansible • LPI Linux Essentials (Paid) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-essentials *🎓 More About Learn Linux TV* • Main site ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv • Community Forums ➜ https://community.learnlinux.tv • Github Account ➜ https://github.com/LearnLinuxTV • Content Ethics ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/content-ethics • Request Paid Assistance ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/request-assistance ⚠️ Use Content Responsibly Learn Linux TV shares technical content intended to teach and help you, but it comes with no warranty. The channel is not liable for any damages from its use. Always ensure you have proper permissions, follow company policies, and comply with all applicable laws while working with infrastructure. #Linux #NFS #LinuxServer