Platform Options and Optional Backups

Choose the operating system path that matches the workload, then add optional backup coverage during signup.

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Choose the base image that fits the workload

Ubuntu Server works well across the full range, while Windows Server is generally most comfortable from Business VPS upward for line-of-business and Remote Desktop workloads.

Ubuntu Server

Lean Linux servers for web apps, APIs, utilities, control panels, and general infrastructure tasks.

Windows Server

Remote Desktop friendly builds for Microsoft applications, admin tools, and heavier business software.

Automatic Launch

Choose the plan, select the operating system, and launch through the standard provisioning flow.

Operating system, access, and backup options

Choose the image, access method, and optional backup coverage that fit the service during signup.

Ubuntu

Ubuntu LTS

Stable Linux base for long-running workloads, production web stacks, APIs, and utility servers across all six VPS tiers.

Best for: general Linux hosting

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Ubuntu minimal

Ubuntu Minimal

Lean starting image for teams that prefer to install packages and services themselves on a clean VPS baseline.

Best for: lean builds

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Windows Server

Windows Server DCE

Datacenter Edition Windows VPS path for services such as Exchange or SharePoint, typically best matched to Business VPS and above.

Best for: Windows workloads

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Remote Desktop

Remote Desktop Access

Choose the Windows access path you expect during signup so the server is ready for first login and handoff.

Best for: RDP handoff

Getting Started
Domain setup

Domain setup

Point your own domain when you are ready.

Good for: your own domain

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Backups

Managed Backups

Optional backup coverage can be added during signup.

Best for: careful cutovers

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Ready to choose Ubuntu Server or Windows Server?

Start with the six-plan VPS range if you are ready to launch, or use Support if you have pre-sales questions about Windows sizing or unusual workloads.

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What to expect after signup

Rasberry Hosting keeps onboarding practical so the server is easy to validate, access, and move into service.

Automatic provisioning

Choose the plan and operating system, then let the platform provision the server.

SSH and RDP expectations

Access details are supplied with the handoff so you can log in immediately on Ubuntu or Windows.

Use your own domain

Point your own domain when you are ready.

Optional backups

Optional backup coverage can be added during signup.

Account Management Portal

Manage your account, services, and VPS instances.

Support when needed

Questions about OS choice or larger workloads should go through Support.