VPS backups are simple—you’re just overthinking it
People keep thinking that manual VPS backups are some impossible task. Let’s see what happens when we stop overthinking and just use rsync smarter.
The top 5 (wrong) reasons you don’t monitor your VPS
I’ve been using virtual private servers for more than a decade, on and off, and only now have I come to realize the importance of VPS monitoring.
Using Browsh and a VPS to browse ‘bandwidth-free’?
Browsh lets you browse the web using a terminal, which got me thinking: Could I significantly reduce my bandwidth by routing it through my VPS and SSH?
What is a web server, and how does it work?
Between LAMPs and LEMPs and PHP and other acronyms, web servers can be a confusing lot. Let’s answer an essential-but-common question: What is a web server?
Shared hosting to VPS: What to expect in the migration
A virtual private server offers more power and less cost compared to shared hosting, but keep these tips in mind when migrating from shared hosting to VPS.
7 Docker uses for minimalists: GUIs, IDEs, and honeypots
There’s a ton of Docker uses those who are both minimalists and sysadmins—use it to run GUI apps locally or set up a honeypot for ultimate VPS security.
5 simple ways to get a return on your VPS investment
For those of you who want something tangible in return for your VPS investment, how does at least $62.38/mo sound? Replace your paid SaaS apps with free alternatives and get …
