MariaDB is a free and open-source relational database system that serves as a highly compatible replacement for MySQL, offering enhanced performance, stability, and versatility. It retains MySQL’s SQL syntax, allowing seamless database creation and management. This article covers installing MariaDB on Ubuntu 20.04 and configuring it for production use, so you can efficiently manage databases on your server. Before you begin: * Have an [Ubuntu 20.04 server](https://www.vultr.com/servers/ubuntu/).......