What is a Storage VPS? Storage VPS works and is structured in the same way as Cloud VPS, with the difference that Storage VPS is specifically optimized for projects requiring a lot of storage. This means that a Storage VPS has more available storage space than a conventional Cloud VPS. A Virtual Private Server (VPS) […]
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 to ensure security, stability and performance. Regular upgrades fix vulnerabilities, improve functionality and ensure that your applications run smoothly. Why do I need to Upgrade my Operating
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, and scalability options. Learn where each panel excels, what limitations to watch out for, and how to choose the right control panel to simplify server management and fit your business needs.
What is a VDS? A Virtual Dedicated Server (VDS) is a hosting option that sits between VPS and Dedicated Servers in terms of performance, control and cost. It offers dedicated-like resources in a virtualized environment. With a VDS, you are given your own dedicated CPU cores, RAM and disk space, which are never shared by
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 a project or migrating an existing site, a Linux PHP install ensures you can run frameworks and content management systems exactly the way you want. Using a
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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 multiple ways to transfer files efficiently between Windows and Linux systems. Uploading Files to a Windows Contabo Server from a Windows Computer The simplest way to transfer
What is a VPS? A Virtual Private Server (VPS) is a fully virtualized environment running on a physical server. Unlike shared hosting, where multiple users share the same resources, a VPS provides isolated computing power, memory and storage. This gives each user an allocated slice of a physical machine. A VPS offers reliable performance, secure
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. It’s a well-known web hosting control panel designed to make server and site management far more accessible, even if you’re not highly technical. This guide will walk
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When you manage a server, fast and reliable support is everything. Whether you want to set up WordPress, configure SSH, customize your firewall, or get answers to billing questions, Contabo offers a bunch of ways to get the help you need. This overview walks you through all the support options available, so you always know
Ansible helps you automate server provisioning and configuration management with code. Instead of repeating manual setup steps, you run the same playbook on every server. As a result, you get consistent configurations, even across many VPS instances. In this guide, you will see how to install Ansible, create a simple playbook, and run it against
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