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145 guides for “dedicated” · Clear searchHow to set up a WireGuard VPN on a VPS
Run your own fast, private VPN with WireGuard on a VPS. Learn to install it, generate keys, configure server and client, and route your traffic securely.
Do I need a dedicated IP? An honest answer
Dedicated IPs get oversold. Here's when one genuinely helps — mail, SSL, control — and when a shared IP is perfectly fine for your project.
Diagnosing 'connection refused' errors
'Connection refused' is one of the most misread errors in networking. Here's what it actually means, how it differs from a timeout, and a step-by-step fix.
How to point a domain at your VPS
Bought a domain and spun up a server? The last step is connecting them. Here's exactly how to point a domain at your VPS with A records — and verify it worked.
Why Host Your Game Server on a VPS?
Home PC, game panel, or VPS? Here's why a VPS is the sweet spot for most game servers — control, reliability and value — and when it isn't.
Best VPS Specs for a Palworld Server
Palworld is RAM-hungry. Exactly how much memory and CPU you need by player count, why NVMe matters for saves, and the specs to look for before you buy.
Common ports every developer should know (22, 80, 443, 3306…)
You don't need to memorise all 65,535 ports — just the ones that come up daily. Here's the working developer's reference to the ports you'll actually use.
How to connect a domain to WordPress on a VPS
Running WordPress on your own VPS gives you full control. Here's how to connect your domain, configure the site URL, and secure it with HTTPS.
How Much Does It Cost to Run a Minecraft Server?
A realistic breakdown of Minecraft server costs by player count and type — vanilla, plugins and modpacks — plus how to avoid overpaying for RAM you won't use.
How to host a website: your options explained
From a one-page site to a full web app, here's a plain-English map of the ways to host a website — and how to pick the right one for you.
Subnetting made simple: CIDR, netmasks, and host counts
CIDR and subnet masks stop being scary once you see the pattern. Here's a clear, math-light guide to /24s, netmasks, host counts and splitting a network.
How to run Docker on a VPS
Docker packages apps into portable containers. Learn to install Docker and Compose on a VPS, run your first container, and deploy a multi-service app.
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