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VPS Linux

Virtual Private Servers (VPS) uses servers that offer many of the capabilities and features of dedicated servers, including admin (root) access and dedicated IP addresses, but at a lower price. With VPS, servers are shared; however, accounts are effectively isolated allowing the user full control over the server space.

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Critical Paths for Your Linux VPS or Dedicated Server

The file directory on your Linux VPS or Dedicated Server contains a number of critical...

What is RPM?

RPM lets you install software on a Linux server via SSH for the following operating...

What is YUM?

YUM lets you install software on a Linux server via SSH for the following operating...

What is APT-GET?

APT-GET lets you install software on an Ubuntu Linux server via SSH . To view the...

Update Bash (Ubuntu 10)

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Update Bash (CentOS 5 and 6)

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Unsupported Linux Distributions (Shellshock)

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Requesting a Power Cycle for Your Server

If you cannot reboot your server, manually ( more info ), you can request a power...

Comparing Dedicated Hosting Control Panels

Hosting control panels offer unique interfaces, workflows and features. This chart...

Adding Resellers in Parallels Plesk Panel

You can create additional reseller accounts in Parallels Plesk Panel® so that...

Securing Your Server Against the Heartbleed Vulnerability

Due to a major security flaw in OpenSSL, you should update your server to the newest...

What software is installed on my Linux Virtual Private Server (VPS)?

The contents of your Virtual Private Linux server depends the Linux distribution you...