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VPS

Quick answer · What is VPS?

A virtual private server is a virtual machine supplied with an operating system and an allocation of compute resources.

IN PRACTICE

VPS: an example

A developer uses a VPS to run an application that needs a custom server configuration.

KEEP IN MIND

A VPS does not automatically include application maintenance; administration responsibilities depend on the service.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a practical example of VPS?

A developer uses a VPS to run an application that needs a custom server configuration.

Does a VPS automatically include application maintenance?

A VPS does not automatically include application maintenance; administration responsibilities depend on the service.

Which concepts should I read alongside VPS?

Virtual machine: A software-defined computer that runs a guest operating system using resources supplied by a host.
Managed hosting: A hosting arrangement in which a provider takes responsibility for specified operational tasks.