wget -N https://gitlab.com/fscarmen/warp/-/raw/main/menu.sh && bash menu.sh

Install git and docker.

sudo apt install git
sudo apt install docker.io

Download the Discourse installer.

sudo -s
git clone https://github.com/discourse/discourse_docker.git /var/discourse
cd /var/discourse
chmod 700 containers

Execute the install command, --skip-connection-test, remember to add it, otherwise you may not be able to bind the domain name.

./discourse-setup ---skip-connection-test

When installing, you will be asked to configure the information, SMTP, I use Serv00, fill in the username and password, fill in your own.

Hostname for your Discourse? [discourse.example.com]: discourse.us.kg
Email address for admin account(s)? [me@example.com,you@example.com]: discourse@kk14569.serv00.net
SMTP server address? [smtp.example.com]: mail5.serv00.com
SMTP port? [587]: 587
SMTP user name? [user@example.com]: discourse@kk14569.serv00.net
SMTP password? [pa$$word]: Discourse
Let's Encrypt account email? (ENTER to skip) [me@example.com]: discourse@kk14569.serv00.net
Optional Maxmind License key () [xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]:

The installation will be fully automated, just wait.
After the installation is complete, open the website, fill in the information and finish!

Why Choose a VPS or Dedicated Server? I won't go back to shared personally, I cannot!

• Cost-effectiveness: Affordable resources with extensive capabilities.
• Complete Control: Root access allows you to customize your server.
• Enhanced Performance: Greater stability and speed compared to shared hosting.
• Flexibility: Adapt to various needs and applications with ease.
• Innovation: Experiment with new technologies and solutions.

Examples of all the things I do with my servers:

Web Hosting

• Host your personal or business website with full control over settings.
• Install a Content Management System (CMS) like WordPress or Ghost CMS for easy content management.

Development and Testing Environment

• Create a sandbox for developing applications or testing software without affecting production environments.
• Run multiple programming language environments effortlessly. Before I used to buy multiple VPS for this, now I can do it all in one server!

Game Server

• Host multiplayer games like Minecraft, Counter-Strike, Valheim, and other popular games.
• Provide a seamless gaming experience for friends or community members.
• Customize game settings and mods to enhance gameplay.
• This may be weird but I still host ventrilo, I am old school and still miss the Classic WoW days

Virtualization and App Hosting

• Create a platform to host applications like GitLab for version control. But Github is free too, just saying.
• Set up Jitsi for video conferencing. Forget paying for video conferencing!
• Deploy collaborative tools like Mattermost or Rocket.Chat. TBH - I have had issues with recent versions with Mattermost last year but I am sure they will fix it.
• Host business applications like Odoo ERP for enterprise resource planning. You can also use nocode builders in here to make your website and integrate with effectively with other things in Odoo or outside!
• Install Portainer to manage Docker environments efficiently. I did this to learn about containers better, I am a visual person.

VPN Server

• Set up a Virtual Private Network to browse securely and protect your online identity. Think about where you go, when you use public wifi and more!
• Implement SoftEther for flexibility and speed. This is my personal favorite.
• Opt for WireGuard for a modern and efficient VPN solution. Many cloud panels available today even automate installation of WG which is nice.

Top Open Source & Free Software to Install

Getting started with your new VPS is simple with the right software. Here are some top recommendations:

• Apache / Nginx: For web hosting capabilities, these are the two most popular web servers.
• WordPress: An easy-to-use CMS for anyone looking to create a stunning website or blog.
• Ghost CMS: A powerful CMS known for its simplicity and flexibility.
• Docker: Utilize containers for easy deployment and management of applications.
• GitLab: Perfect for version control, this platform aids in software development collaboration.
• OpenVPN: A secure VPN solution to help you maintain privacy online.
• Nextcloud: An open-source file sync and share solution—perfect for businesses and personal use.
• Odoo ERP: An all-in-one management software that offers a range of business applications.
• Piwik Matomo: A powerful web analytics platform to gain insights into website traffic.
• Portainer: Simplifies Docker container management with an intuitive interface.
• Emby: Host all your awesome media in one spot, this is my personal go to player and I recommend getting the Lifetime Emby premiere license!

Conclusion: Make the Most of Your Black Friday VPS Deal

I hope this guide has given you something to think about and perhaps a new passion to explore this year. Investing in a cheap VPS can open the door to a world of possibilities. Whether you're venturing into web hosting, software development, or gaming, your VPS can be a powerful ally. I remember when I started my journey long ago, and that is when I discovered the awesome LowEnd community.

Take care and have a happy holiday season all.

Giving Back

I hope you all enjoyed reading my recommendations and my Saturday morning thinking. I am going to be testing out some more cooler things this year for myself, examples include:

• Launching my first blog using Ghost CMS
• Rebuild my company website using Breakdance and Wordpress, then ship it onto cloudfare free hosting after running a static page converter
• Set up an ERP for my business and activate it on a closed network (VPN)
• Set up Serpbear to prepare to launch a (free) local nature and wildlife network in my home state, this is a stretch goal for next year

Feel free to leave a comment and share what you are going to do with your awesome deal this year!

https://github.com/imthenachoman/How-To-Secure-A-Linux-Server

Did you always want to have IPv6 at home, but your ISP doesn't realise it's 2022 and refused to deploy it?
Have you ever thought how cool it would be to have your own personal IPv6 block with your own whois information on it?
Just imagine... how awesome it would be able to do real-world BGP and control your own IPv6 space?
Imagine, no more! We want to formally introduce Route48.org! Your new free TunnelBroker, IPv6 network allocator, and BGP session / IPv6 transit provider! Yes Free, instant, and automatic!

What is Route48, and why should we care?

The idea behind this project is to enable a regular user to learn, use and play with IPv6, BGP, and networking in a safe, free and automated manner. As an LIR it is our responsibility to promote and endorse the use of IPv6 to our end clients and serve them with the opportunity to learn and use IP resources (in this case IPv6 resources)
We take pride in knowing that we are actively supporting the adoption of IPv6 for users that would otherwise find it too difficult. But now, without further ado lets go over the features of this new platform:

IPv6 Tunnel Broker

Route48's tunnel broker functionality enables any user to create what is called a 6in4 tunnel. This gives you the ability to create a simple, VPN-like, tunnel where you get allocated a full /48 IPv6 block and you can route all your IPv6 traffic through one of our nodes. 6in4 tunnel enables any user to bring IPv6 into their home network or to a server that is IPv4 only. From over 13 geographical locations (and growing) you're able to choose the location that is closest to you or your server.

Automated IPv6 prefix Allocation

Everyone wants to have their IP space and be able to manage the space themselves. Well, now you can, and you can do this for free. In Route48 we can assign and allocate multiple IPv6 prefixes, this means you can control the name, and country and even add your RIPE maintainer to the assigned IPv6 network. You can even take the newly assigned IPv6 space to your hosting providers and ask them to announce the prefix on their network and route the IPv6 space to your existing server(s). We provide LOAs, and each allocation is automatically signed with an RPKI ROA and IRR object. Let's also keep in mind how much of a perfect excuse this would be to learn how to manage IP resources on the RIPE database, securely and safely using your RIPE account.

Automated BGP Sessions

Now we all know that once you have your IP address, the next step is to get them announced and routed on the internet. While you can use the allocated address space with whatever upstream you wish, Route48 offers automatic BGP sessions over your IPv6 tunnels. This means you can start exporting and announcing your newly allocated IPv6 networks using your BGP sessions and route them to where you wish! (Free and automated IPv6 transit for your newly allocated IPv6 space)

Route48 Global Network & Sponsors

Route48 is proud to be able to offer so many different node locations for 6in4 tunnels and for transit, as of right now we have nodes in 13 different locations around the world (and a few more in the works)
Yes, all of this is free! But how? Well, we are lucky enough to have a few hosting providers who were willing to sponsor IP space and servers for this project, this is the reason we can offer such a diverse number of locations with such flexible and automated features.

Further Disclosure...

This project is a joint partnership between Cloudie Networks & Zappie Host. Administration of all nodes in use provided by our sponsors and directly, are done so by only Cloudie Networks, & Zappie Host.

In short, this platform can empower end-users to do more with IPv6 and be less locked into what your hosting provider or ISP provides you. Let's be honest, who doesn't want an IPv6 address that has the words b00b in it :P

P.S. we love feedback, criticism, and suggestions. If you have an idea or even a question about this project, we would love to hear it!

So here is a docker setup guide for anyone wanting to quickly run their own federated messaging server

https://cyberhost.uk/element-matrix-setup

Best Wishes,
CyberHost

Why do you need this in your life? Because it's a text editor on steroids with endless extensions available for docker, yaml, python etc plus all the creature comforts of a IDE.

e.g. Docker extension

Step by step on how to achieve this magic:

https://kaizen.today/remote-vscode-over-ssh/