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Chapter 22. Apache HTTP Server
Pressing the return key, will display the next screen from which you can enable or disable the
encryption of the private key. Use the spacebar to enable or disable this. When enabled, a [*]
character will be displayed. On selecting your preferred option, select Next to proceed to the next
step.
Figure 22.19. Protecting your private key
The next screen allows you to set your key passphase. Please do not lose this pass phase as you will
not be able to run the server without it. You will need to regenerate a new private or public key pair
and request a new certificate from your CA as indicated. For security, the passphase is not displayed
as you type. On typing your preferred passphase, select Next to go back to your terminal.
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