Linux Server Setup Guide

Linux servers (like Ubuntu, Debian) are the top choice for performance, stability, and security. This guide helps you set up your first server.

1. 1
   Step 1

   Connect via SSH

   Use a tool like PuTTY or Terminal. Type: `ssh root@YOUR_SERVER_IP` then enter the password (it won't show while typing).

2. 2
   Step 2

   Update Packages

   First command to run is system update. On Ubuntu/Debian use: `apt update && apt upgrade -y`.

3. 3
   Step 3

   Secure the Server

   Create a new user with sudo privileges instead of using root. Setup UFW firewall: `ufw allow 22` then `ufw enable`.

4. 4
   Step 4

   Install Basic Tools

   You might need tools like git, curl, wget, nano. Install them: `apt install git curl wget nano -y`.