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How to Set Up Your First VPS Server
Complete guide to deploying and configuring your first virtual private server
Optimizing Streaming VPS for Live Video
Best practices for setting up streaming servers with minimal latency
Essential Security Hardening for Linux VPS
Secure your server with firewall, SSH keys, and fail2ban configuration
Understanding VPS vs Dedicated Servers
Choosing the right hosting solution for your needs and budget
Setting Up MySQL/MariaDB on Ubuntu
Install and configure a production-ready database server
Configuring DNS Records and Domain Setup
Point your domain to your server with proper DNS configuration
Getting Started
Essential guides for new X-ZoneServers customers
Creating Your Account
Step-by-step guide to registering and setting up your X-ZoneServers account with security best practices.
Read article →Choosing the Right Hosting Plan
Compare Shared VPS, Streaming VPS, and Dedicated Servers to find the perfect solution for your needs.
Read article →Setting Up Your First VPS
Complete walkthrough of deploying and configuring your first virtual private server.
Read article →Control Panel Overview
Learn how to navigate and use your X-ZoneServers control panel to manage services.
Read article →Initial Server Configuration
Essential first steps after receiving your server, including user setup and basic security.
Read article →Two-Factor Authentication
Secure your account with two-factor authentication setup and best practices.
Read article →VPS Hosting
Guides for Shared VPS and Streaming VPS management
VPS vs Dedicated Servers
Understand the differences and choose the right hosting type for your application requirements.
Read article →Optimizing Streaming VPS
Configure your Streaming VPS for live broadcasting with OBS Studio and RTMP protocols.
Read article →VPS Performance Optimization
Tips and tricks to maximize your VPS performance with resource optimization techniques.
Read article →Managing VPS Backups
Set up automated backups and disaster recovery plans for your VPS data protection.
Read article →Upgrading Your VPS Plan
How to scale your resources and upgrade to a higher VPS tier without downtime.
Read article →Monitoring VPS Resources
Set up monitoring tools to track CPU, RAM, disk usage, and network performance.
Read article →Dedicated Servers
Enterprise-grade bare metal server management
When to Choose Dedicated Servers
Understand when dedicated hardware is necessary for your workload and budget considerations.
Read article →Hardware Specifications Guide
Choose the right CPU, RAM, and storage configuration for your dedicated server needs.
Read article →OS Installation and Setup
Install and configure Linux or Windows Server on your dedicated hardware from scratch.
Read article →RAID Configuration
Set up RAID arrays for data redundancy and performance on dedicated servers.
Read article →Hardware Firewall Setup
Configure enterprise-grade firewall protection for your dedicated infrastructure.
Read article →Dedicated Server Reboots & Maintenance
Best practices for server maintenance, updates, and planned downtime management.
Read article →Billing & Account
Payment methods, invoices, and account management
Payment Methods Accepted
Learn about credit cards, PayPal, cryptocurrency, and other payment options we support.
Read article →Understanding Your Invoice
Detailed explanation of invoice items, billing cycles, and how charges are calculated.
Read article →Billing Cycles and Renewals
Monthly, quarterly, and annual billing options with automatic renewal management.
Read article →Applying Discount Codes
How to use promotional codes and discount coupons when ordering services.
Read article →Account Settings Management
Update your profile, change password, enable 2FA, and manage account preferences.
Read article →Cancellation Policy
Understand our cancellation terms, refund policy, and how to close your account.
Read article →Security
Protect your servers and data with security best practices
SSH Key Authentication Setup
Secure your server access by using SSH keys instead of password authentication.
Read article →Configuring UFW/iptables Firewall
Set up host-based firewall rules to control incoming and outgoing network traffic.
Read article →Installing and Configuring Fail2ban
Protect against brute force attacks with automatic IP blocking after failed login attempts.
Read article →SSL/TLS Certificate Setup
Secure your websites with free Let's Encrypt SSL certificates and HTTPS configuration.
Read article →Malware Scanning with ClamAV
Install and configure ClamAV antivirus for automated malware detection and scanning.
Read article →Security Audit and Log Monitoring
Monitor system logs and conduct security audits to detect suspicious activity early.
Read article →Networking
DNS, IP addresses, and network configuration
DNS Records Configuration
Configure A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, and TXT records for your domains.
Read article →Static IP Address Setup
Configure and manage static IP addresses for your server infrastructure.
Read article →Reverse DNS (PTR) Records
Set up reverse DNS for email deliverability and server identification.
Read article →CDN Integration
Integrate content delivery networks to accelerate global content distribution.
Read article →Load Balancing Setup
Distribute traffic across multiple servers for high availability and performance.
Read article →DDoS Protection Configuration
Enable and configure DDoS mitigation for your server infrastructure.
Read article →Operating Systems
Linux and Windows Server setup and configuration
Ubuntu Server Setup Guide
Complete installation and initial configuration for Ubuntu Server 22.04 LTS.
Read article →CentOS/AlmaLinux Configuration
Set up and configure RHEL-based distributions for enterprise workloads.
Read article →Windows Server Setup
Install and configure Windows Server 2019/2022 for dedicated servers.
Read article →OS Updates and Patch Management
Keep your system secure with regular updates and automated patch management.
Read article →User and Permission Management
Manage users, groups, and file permissions on Linux and Windows systems.
Read article →Remote Desktop Setup (RDP/VNC)
Configure remote desktop access for graphical server administration.
Read article →Installing Docker and Containers
Set up Docker containerization platform for modern application deployment.
Read article →Installing and Configuring Nginx
Deploy high-performance Nginx web server for hosting websites and applications.
Read article →Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions
Cannot Connect to Server
Troubleshoot SSH, RDP, and network connectivity issues preventing server access.
Read article →High CPU or Memory Usage
Identify and resolve resource-intensive processes causing performance issues.
Read article →Disk Space Full
Free up disk space and identify what's consuming storage on your server.
Read article →Email Not Sending/Receiving
Debug email server problems including SMTP, DNS, and spam filter issues.
Read article →Website Not Loading
Diagnose and fix web server, DNS, and application errors preventing website access.
Read article →Database Connection Errors
Resolve MySQL, PostgreSQL, and other database connectivity problems.
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