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# 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](https://contabo.com/).
* 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.

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## **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.<br>

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## **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.<br>

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## **Step 5: Set Your Server Password**

* Create and set a secure password for your server.<br>

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## **Step 6: Leave Other Options as Default**

* Proceed with the remaining options left at their default settings.<br>

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## **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".<br>

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## **Step 8: Connect to Your VPS**

1. **For Windows Users:**
   * Download [Putty](https://www.putty.org/).
   * Use Putty to connect by entering your server IP and using the credentials found in “VPS control”.
2. **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.

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Should you encounter any issues or have questions, don't hesitate to seek support from the SendingNetwork [community](https://t.me/SendingNetworkOfficial/1).
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