Contabo
In this tutorial, we will walk you through setting up a Virtual Private Server (VPS) on Contabo and install Ubuntu. Do not worry if you have no technical background; we will keep things simple and straightforward.
Step 1: Create a Contabo Account
Navigate to Contabo.
Click on the "Sign Up" button.
Step 2: Select the Right VPS
Choose "VPS" then "Cloud VPS".
Opt for "CLOUD VPS 1".
Configure your VPS accordingly.
For configurations requiring 4 cores and 8GB of RAM, "CLOUD VPS 1" is recommended.
Step 3: Choose Term Length, Region, and Storage Type
Decide on the term length for your service.
Select a region close to you or your target audience for optimized performance.
Choose your preferred storage type.
Step 4: Select Your Operating System Image
Under the "Popular" section, find and click on the "Ubuntu" tab.
Select “Ubuntu 20.04” from the available options.
Step 5: Set Your Server Password
Create and set a secure password for your server.
Step 6: Leave Other Options as Default
Proceed with the remaining options left at their default settings.
Step 7: Go to VPS Control Panel
Complete your purchase.
After purchase, go to “VPS control” to view your server's "Public IP Address" and "Default user".
Step 8: Connect to Your VPS
For Windows Users:
Download Putty.
Use Putty to connect by entering your server IP and using the credentials found in “VPS control”.
For MacOS Users:
Open the Terminal.
Type
ssh [user]@[server ip]
, replacing[user]
and[server ip]
with the information from “VPS control”.When prompted, enter the password you set in Step 5.
Conclusion
That's it! You've successfully set up a VPS on Contabo, installed Ubuntu server with necessary firewall configuration.
Should you encounter any issues or have questions, don't hesitate to seek support from the SendingNetwork community.
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