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Latest articles

How to check your Order Status – A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’ve placed an order at Contabo and are now wondering how you’ll know what is happening with your server, here’s how to keep track of your order. …

Get More Out of Plesk: A Practical Guide to Using Extensions on Your Contabo Server
If you’re using Plesk to manage your Contabo server, you already know how much it simplifies website and server management. But what if you could do even more…

Upgrading your Operating System
How to Upgrade the Operating System on your Contabo Server Keeping your server’s operating system up to date is one of the most important steps you can take…

Plesk vs cPanel: Which is better for your VPS?
Compare Plesk vs cPanel, the two most popular hosting panels for managing your VPS. This guide breaks down their interfaces, operating system support, pricing, WordPress tools, security features,…

SQL vs. NoSQL Databases – What’s the Difference?
Databases form the backbone of modern websites, applications, and businesses. They store, organize, and make data accessible – ensuring systems run efficiently, and users get quick results. Broadly,…

How to Install PHP on Ubuntu VPS – a Comprehensive Guide
Installing PHP on Linux is a straightforward process, but doing it on a VPS gives you more control and flexibility. Whether you’re setting up a new server for…

How to Upload Files to Your Contabo Server
Uploading files to your Contabo server is a basic step for managing websites, applications, or data. Depending on your operating system, the method may differ. This guide covers…

How to Install Plesk on Your Contabo Server: A Clear and Practical Guide
If you’re running a server with Contabo and looking for a simpler way to manage websites, domains, email, and other services, Plesk might be the tool you’re after.…
