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 Getting started with your VPS or dedicated server

A VPS or dedicated server gives you more power and full control. Here's how to get going after...

 How to change your server root password

It's wise to set a strong root password and change it periodically, or immediately if you suspect...

 How to connect to your server via SSH

SSH gives you secure command-line access to your VPS or dedicated server — the most direct way to...

 How to install a control panel on your server

A control panel like cPanel/WHM gives your server a friendly web interface for managing sites,...

 How to monitor your server resources

Keeping an eye on CPU, memory and disk use helps you catch problems early and know when to scale...

 How to reboot your server

Sometimes a reboot is the quickest fix for a server that's sluggish or unresponsive. You can do...

 How to secure your server (basics)

A few foundational steps dramatically reduce the risk to your VPS or dedicated server. The...

 How to set up a basic firewall

A firewall is your server's first line of defence, controlling which connections are allowed in....

 How to set up reverse DNS (rDNS / PTR)

Reverse DNS maps your server's IP address back to a hostname. It's especially important for...

 Managed vs unmanaged servers explained

When you order a VPS or dedicated server, you'll choose between managed and unmanaged. Here's the...