Create an Ubuntu Server for Free and Secure It in DigitalOcean - 2023 Edition Part 1

My go to setup for a new server is using DigitalOcean, with their generous $200 credit for new users you can run a server for free. This guide will show you how to create a new server, secure it and some best practices and tips when using DigitalOcean. Trust me, it’s easier than you think and it’s a lot of fun. ...

August 2, 2023 · 8 min · Gaëtan Grond

Secure Your Droplet With Cloud Firewall in 5 Minutes

I am a long time user of DigitalOcean and I have been using many of their services for more than 6 years, including their Cloud Firewall. I have been using it for a long time and I have been very happy with it. Most of the time when people create a new droplet they just leave their server open to the world, which is not a good idea, especially if you are running a production server. ...

July 31, 2023 · 5 min · Gaëtan Grond