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How to Secure a MySQL Database
An exposed or default-configured database is a breach waiting to happen. Lock down MySQL/MariaDB: bind to localhost, strong users, least privilege and TLS.
How to Set Up a TeamSpeak 3 Server on a VPS
Install a TeamSpeak 3 server on a Linux VPS: download the server, create a user, grab the admin token and ServerQuery password, open the ports, and run it with systemd.
How to Deploy a Discord Bot with Docker
Containerize your Discord bot with a Dockerfile and run it on a VPS: build the image, pass the token as an env var, and auto-restart with a restart policy.
How to Host a Node.js (discord.js) Bot on a VPS
Deploy a discord.js bot on a VPS from scratch: install Node.js, structure the project, register slash commands, secure the token, and run it with PM2.
How to Build a Website with AI on Nxeon
You don't need to hand-code a site anymore. Here's how to use AI tooling on a Nxeon VPS to build and deploy a real website — from prompt to live, on your own server.
One-Click Apps on Nxeon: What You Can Deploy
One-click app images skip the manual install and get you to a working setup fast. Here's what you can deploy on Nxeon and when a one-click image is the smart choice.
How to Deploy Your First Server on Nxeon
New to Nxeon? This beginner-friendly walkthrough takes you from sign-up to a live, secured server — choosing a plan, an OS image, connecting via SSH and the first steps.
Best VPS for Python Projects
From a Flask API to a Django app or a data pipeline, here's how to choose a VPS that runs Python reliably in production — sizing, WSGI servers and deployment tips.
Best VPS for Node.js Apps
Deploying an Express, Next.js or NestJS app? Here's how to choose a VPS that runs Node reliably in production — sizing, process management and the features that matter.
How to Run Staging and Production on One VPS
Host both a staging and production environment on a single VPS: separate directories, ports, subdomains, databases, and Nginx server blocks.
How to Set Up Git-Based Deploys on a VPS
Deploy by pushing to your server: set up a bare Git repo with a post-receive hook so 'git push' builds and reloads your app.
How to Create a systemd Service for Your App
Turn any script or server into a managed service: a systemd unit file that starts on boot, restarts on crash, and logs to journald.
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