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How to Secure a New Ubuntu VPS (First 10 Minutes)

A step-by-step checklist to secure a fresh Ubuntu 24.04 VPS: updates, a sudo user, SSH keys, disabling password login, a firewall and automatic security updates.

How to Install Docker and Docker Compose on a VPS

Install Docker Engine and the Docker Compose plugin on an Ubuntu or Debian VPS from the official repository, run your first container and start a Compose stack.

How to Set Up Your Own WireGuard VPN on a VPS

Set up a personal WireGuard VPN server on an Ubuntu or Debian VPS in about 10 minutes, then connect your phone and laptop.

How to Set Up a Minecraft Server on an Ubuntu VPS

Install Java, run a Paper Minecraft server on Ubuntu, open the firewall and keep it running 24/7 with systemd, in about 15 minutes.

How to Host a Discord Bot 24/7 on a VPS (Node.js & Python)

Keep a discord.js or discord.py bot online 24/7 on a Linux VPS: upload your code, store the token safely, and auto-restart with PM2 or systemd.

How to Install WordPress on an Ubuntu VPS (Nginx, PHP, MariaDB)

Install WordPress on Ubuntu 24.04 with Nginx, PHP 8.3 and MariaDB, then add free HTTPS with Let's Encrypt, step by step.

How to Deploy a Node.js App with PM2, Nginx and Free SSL

Deploy an Express or Next.js app to a Linux VPS: install Node.js, keep it running with PM2, put Nginx in front and add a free Let's Encrypt certificate.

How to Self-Host n8n on a VPS with Docker and HTTPS

Self-host n8n with Docker Compose and Caddy for automatic HTTPS on your own domain, with persistent data and easy updates.