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VPS Security Best Practices: A Practical Hardening Guide

May 11, 2026 · Rich, CutVPS · 7 min read

9 essential security steps to harden your VPS against real threats. SSH keys, firewalls, fail2ban, backups, and monitoring — no paranoia, just practical security that actually matters.

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VPS vs Dedicated Server: Which One Do You Actually Need?

May 11, 2026 · Rich, CutVPS · 6 min read

A VPS costs $20/month. A dedicated server costs $100+. Here's when the upgrade makes sense — and when it's just burning money for bragging rights. Spoiler: 95% of businesses don't need dedicated.

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How to Set Up a VPS: First-Time Setup Guide

May 11, 2026 · Rich, CutVPS · 8 min read

Step-by-step guide to setting up your first VPS. From SSH login to firewall, web server, and SSL — everything you need to go from fresh install to production-ready in 15 minutes.

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What Is a VPS? The No-BS Explainer

May 11, 2026 · Rich, CutVPS · 8 min read

A VPS is your own slice of a server with dedicated CPU, RAM, and storage nobody else touches. Here's when you need one, when you don't, and what to look for in a provider.

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VPS vs Shared Hosting: Which One Does Your Project Actually Need?

May 7, 2026 · Rich, CutVPS · 5 min read

Shared hosting is cheap but limited. VPS gives you control. Here's a practical breakdown of when each one makes sense — and when to make the switch.

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