VPS servers are one of the most preferred services for individual and corporate projects in the digital world. However, many people do not fully know the answers to questions such as "What is VPS?" and "How to set up a VPS server?". In this article, we provide a step-by-step guide to setting up and using VPS servers, starting with the most basic information. In addition, we will also mention Turkey Location VPS and Hetzner services in the article.

What is a VPS Server?

VPS (Virtual Private Server) is the virtualization of a physical server into sections, with each section operating as an independent server.
The resources allocated to you (CPU, RAM, Disk) are used only by you.
It offers a much more powerful and free structure compared to shared hosting.
It can be used in many different areas such as websites, application development, database management, and game servers.

VPS Server Purchasing Stage

First, choose a package that suits your needs from Turkey Location VPS or Hetzner.
Check the server specifications (RAM, CPU, Disk, Traffic limit).
Complete the order. After the payment is made, the server information will be sent to your e-mail address.

VPS Server Connection and Setup Stage

The incoming information includes the IP address, root password, and panel information.
Connect from your computer using an SSH client (such as Putty, Termius).
```
ssh root@server-ip-address
```
After connecting, perform a basic update:
```
apt update && apt upgrade -y
```
or
```
yum update -y
```
(It differs if the distribution is Ubuntu/Debian or CentOS)

Basic Settings on VPS Server

Password Change:
```
passwd
```
Hostname Change:
```
hostnamectl set-hostname server-name
```

Firewall Activation:

apt install ufw -y
ufw allow 22/tcp
ufw enable

Adding Swap Space:

fallocate -l 2G /swapfile
chmod 600 /swapfile
mkswap /swapfile
swapon /swapfile
echo '/swapfile none swap sw 0 0' >> /etc/fstab

Web Panel Installation on VPS Server (Optional)

You can install panels such as cPanel, Plesk, DirectAdmin.

Example Plesk installation (CentOS/RockyLinux):

wget https://autoinstall.plesk.com/plesk-installer
chmod +x plesk-installer
./plesk-installer

IP Settings and RDNS Configuration

Create a reverse DNS (rDNS) record for your IP address from Hetzner or your own panel.
This plays an important role in sending e-mails.

Backup and Snapshot Usage

Use VPS backup solutions to prevent significant data loss.
Some VPS services have an automatic snapshot system.

Suggestions to Increase VPS Performance

Remove unnecessary services.
If you have a website, install cache systems (LiteSpeed Cache, Redis, Memcached).
Provide extra security against brute force attacks by changing your SSH port.
Add security software such as Fail2ban.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What can I do with a VPS Server?

You can publish a website, set up an e-mail server, host an application, or run a game server.

2. VPS or shared hosting?

VPS offers more freedom and resources. Shared hosting is cheaper but more limited.

3. How long does it take to deliver a VPS server?

It is usually delivered within 15-30 minutes in Turkey Location VPS services.

4. Can I install Windows on a VPS server?

Yes, you can install Windows Server on supported systems.

5. Can the number of IP addresses be increased?

You can request additional IPs in some packages. Just contact the support team.

Conclusion

Using a VPS server gives your projects freedom, security, and performance. By following the steps in this article, you can successfully set up and manage your VPS server. For more information and advantageous packages, you can visit the Turkey Location VPS or Hetzner pages.