Everything you've wondered about servers, domains and websites, explained in plain language.
Install WordPress by hand on an Ubuntu 24.04 VPS: setting up Nginx, PHP 8.3-FPM and MariaDB, creating the database, wp-config settings, the Nginx server block, a free SSL certificate and basic security measures.
Set up a Minecraft Java Edition server for you and your friends from scratch on Ubuntu 24.04: Java 21, server.jar or Paper, memory settings, the firewall, a systemd service and world backups.
A step-by-step guide to running your own n8n automation server: installing Docker Engine, the docker compose file, an Nginx reverse proxy, a free SSL certificate, updates and backups.
The real difference between a VPS and a VDS is how much of the CPU and memory is guaranteed to you. We explain the shared and dedicated resource models, their effect on performance, and which one makes sense for which project, using scenarios.
A step-by-step guide to running your Python web app or bot permanently on a VPS: a virtual environment (venv), Gunicorn, a systemd service, an Nginx reverse proxy and a free SSL certificate.
SSH is the standard way to manage a server remotely and securely. We show you how to connect from Windows, macOS and Linux, how to create an SSH key, and the commands you'll need on day one.
The terms VDS and VPS are often confused. Both are virtual servers, but how resources are allocated and how much performance is guaranteed can differ. We explain the differences and how to choose.
A VPS (virtual private server) is a slice of a powerful physical server with its own dedicated resources and root access. Learn how it differs from shared hosting and how to choose the right plan.