How To Set Up an Object Storage Server Using Minio

Minio is a popular open-source object storage server compatible with the Amazon S3 cloud storage service. Minio stores unstructured data such as photos, videos, log files, backups, and container/VM images, and can add a wide range of flexibility and utility to your project. In this tutorial, you will install and secure a Minio server and access Minio’s UI to create a storage bucket. Choose your operating system below to get started.

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