Overview:
Learn how to securely connect to your VPS using SSH (Linux) or RDP (Windows).
For Linux VPS (SSH):
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Download and open an SSH client (e.g., PuTTY for Windows).
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Enter your VPS IP address and connect on port 22.
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Log in using your username (usually root) and password.
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If you use macOS or Linux, open Terminal and run:
ssh root@your.vps.ip.address
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After login, change your password and secure SSH access.
For Windows VPS (RDP):
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Open Remote Desktop Connection on your computer.
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Enter your VPS IP address and connect.
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Provide your username and password when prompted.
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Use the desktop environment to manage your server.
Tips:
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Change default ports to reduce attack risks.
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Use SSH keys for stronger authentication on Linux.