The Ultimate Guide to Docker installation and deployment using Cloud-Init
Setting up Docker and instantly deploying a Container over and over again can be time consuming. With Cloud-Init this just takes a few seconds!
Get LAMP Stack Up and Running on Your Server in Less than 90 Seconds using Cloud-Init
LAMP Stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL & PHP) is widely used for Web applications. In this article we will show you how to set up and run LAMP on your Server. This process only takes 90 seconds – thanks to Cloud-Init.
Cent OS 8 available at Contabo now!
Those of you who follow us closely or use our servers for their projects know it already: We always offer you the latest versions of the popular Linux operating systems. This includes the brand new Cent OS 8! As of now, you can select Cent OS 8 for your new virtual or dedicated server! Existing …
Installation of a graphical user interface for Linux
All Linux-Server operating systems are installed by default without a graphical user interface (GUI). A GUI on a dedicated server can only be accessed if a KVM is connected.This tutorial will guide you through an easy installation process of the two most common GUIs for Ubuntu, Debian and CentOS.Please note that you will always have …
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Debian & Ubuntu Upgrade
At Contabo, we always offer you the latest version of many popular Linux operating systems. This tutorial shows you how to upgrade from an old version to the latest Debian (stable) or Ubuntu LTS. Important: Before proceeding make sure to have a local backup of all important files, the upgrade might fail and your server …
Debian 10 available now!
Just released last week, available at Contabo as of today: Debian 10, codename Buster. It is available for all our VPS and dedicated server – just select it during the order process. If you are an existing customer and would like to upgrade to Debian 10, you can do so via our customer control panel. …
Fedora 30 available now!
Today is the hottest day of the year in Germany, with temperatures currently at 37 degrees Celsius (98,6 degrees Fahrenheit) and it is really tough to step out of the door. You start to sweat immediately! We hope the temperatures in your place of residence are a bit more humane and you can enjoy the …
New Operating System: Ubuntu 19.04
A short time ago, we have made the new Ubuntu 19.04 OS (replaces Ubuntu 18.10) available on our homepage – and we certainly do not want to withhold this information from you 🙂 You can combine Ubuntu 19.04 with the Software RAID 1, Webmin, LAMP and Webmin+LAMP. In case you already have your own Linux …
New Operating System available: Fedora 29
Some of you have probably yearned for it already 😀 now is the time: The brand new Fedora 29 is available at Contabo now for all of your virtual and dedicated servers! It replaces the previous version, Fedora 28. You can order it with the Software RAID 1 and Webmin and an installation via VNC …
How do I connect to my Windows server via RDP?
This tutorial will show you how to connect to your Windows VPS or dedicated server at Contabo via RDP from different operating systems. The following scenarios will be covered: Connections from desktop operating systems: Establishing a RDP connection from WindowsOS (e.g. Windows 7, 8, 10) Establishing a RDP connection from LinuxOS (e.g. Debian, Ubuntu) Establishing …