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Dedicated servers provide full hardware control and maximum performance for high-demand
applications.
Step 1: Initial Setup

• Purchase/lease the server
• Select OS (Linux/Windows)
• Configure IP addresses, DNS, and firewall rules

Step 2: Remote Access

• Linux: SSH
• Windows: RDP
• Use VPN or SSH keys for secure login

Step 3: Security Measures

• Apply updates and OS patches regularly
• Configure firewall and security software
• Disable unused services and restrict user permissions
• Enable encryption for sensitive data

Step 4: Monitoring & Optimization

• Track CPU, RAM, Disk, and Network usage
• Configure server and applications for optimal performance
• Set up regular backups and disaster recovery plan

Step 5: Advanced Management

• Install software stacks: LAMP, LNMP, or Windows Server roles
• Configure virtualization if needed (VMware, KVM, etc.)
• Implement monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus)

KVM VPS offers full virtualization with dedicated CPU, RAM, and storage for better
performance.
Step 1: Access Your KVM VPS

• Linux: Use SSH
• Windows: Use RDP
• Login using credentials from your TriangleCloud.net client area

Step 2: Reinstall Operating System

1. Go to Client Area → KVM VPS → Reinstall OS
2. Choose the OS
3. Confirm → All existing data will be erased

Step 3: Resource Management

• Upgrade/downgrade CPU, RAM, Disk anytime via client area
• Manage snapshots for safe rollback

Step 4: Security & Maintenance

• Enable firewall and antivirus
• Use SSH keys for secure access
• Schedule automatic backups
• Monitor server performance regularly

Step 5: Advanced Tips

• Set up web servers (Apache/Nginx) and databases
• Install control panels (optional: cPanel, Webmin, etc.)
• Optimize server for performance (caching, database tuning, etc.)

cPanel makes website management simple and beginner-friendly.
Step 1: Access cPanel

1. Log in to TriangleCloud.net client area
2. Go to Web Hosting → Manage → cPanel Login
3. Use the provided username and password

Step 2: Manage Website Files

• File Manager → Upload, edit, organize files
• FTP → For large file uploads
• All files go to public HTML

Step 3: Install Applications

• Use Softaculous Apps Installer → WordPress, Joomla, Drupal
• Fill in site info → Click Install

Step 4: Manage Databases

• MySQL Databases → Create/manage databases
• phpMyAdmin → Manage database content directly

Step 5: Manage Email Accounts

• Email → Email Accounts → Create email addresses
• Configure email clients or use webmail
• Set spam filters and forwarders

Step 6: Security & Maintenance

• Enable SSL certificates
• Take regular backups
• Keep applications updated
• Use strong passwords

Ready VPS gives you dedicated resources with full control without the complexity of
hardware setup.
Step 1: Provision Your VPS

1. Log in to TriangleCloud.net client area
2. Navigate to Ready VPS → Create VPS
3. Select Operating System, CPU, RAM, storage, and other options
4. Click Provision → Your VPS will be ready in minutes

Step 2: Obtain VPS Credentials

• VPS IP / Hostname
• Username (root/admin)
• Password or SSH key pair
  Keep credentials secure. Do not share them publicly.

Step 3: Connect to VPS

• Linux VPS: Open terminal or use PuTTY →
  ssh username@vps_ip

Step 4: Initial Setup

• Update the system:
  sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
• Configure firewall (e.g., UFW on Linux)
• Install necessary software (web server, database, applications)

Step 5: Advanced VPS Management

• Create additional users and set permissions
• Set up automated backups or snapshots
• Monitor server resources (CPU, RAM, Disk, Network)
• Configure services (Apache, Nginx, MySQL, PHP, etc.)

Step 6: Security Best Practices

• Use SSH keys instead of passwords
• Disable root login via SSH
• Keep software and OS updated
• Enable firewall and fail2ban to prevent unauthorized access