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Can you create your own VPS?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 3:53 pm

There are a few ways to create your own virtual private server (VPS). One way is to use a provider such as DigitalOcean, Linode, or Vultr.

These providers offer simple one-click setUPS, with pre-made images of popular servers such as Ubuntu or CentOS. You can also use a custom image builder, such as Ubuntu Server.

PRO TIP: Please be aware that creating your own VPS can be complicated and time-consuming. If you are not familiar with server administration, we recommend that you use a managed VPS service.

The other way to create your own VPS is to use a more manual approach. You can use a variety of Linux distributions, including Debian, Ubuntu, and CentOS.

You’ll need to install the necessary software and create a virtual machine. You’ll also need to configure the server properly, including setting up a security layer and creating a firewall.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.