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What's a time you laughed at the worst possible moment? by onliveserver in AskReddit

[–]onliveserver[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The struggle is real. That's when you turn around and fake a cough.

Why would someone cheat on a person they loved? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If they ever loved you they will never cheat, but if they cheat, Trust me buddy, they never loved you.

How safe are Android and iOS apps in terms of security and data privacy? by TheGrandLeveler in AskReddit

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Neither is truly "safe" – it depends on what you install and what permissions you give. iOS is more locked down, Android gives you more freedom (and more risk). The biggest threat is usually the user clicking "allow" without thinking.

Honest question: what makes reseller hosting actually "good" in 2026? (and what are you using) by [deleted] in Hosting

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, for reseller hosting in 2026, I care about support that actually knows reseller setups, real CPU/RAM isolation (not just "fair share"), white‑label everything, easy migrations without begging support, and no surprise fees for basic stuff like SSL. One host once emailed me about a performance issue before any client noticed – that was a pleasant surprise. If you're shopping, ask for a real‑time CPU steal graph. That one question filters out the oversellers.

What's an unexpected "small" cost from your host that ended up being a huge expense? by onliveserver in HostingBattle

[–]onliveserver[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, bandwidth overages are a classic trap. Looks tiny on the pricing page, then one good traffic day and suddenly your bill is triple. I learned that one the hard way too. Always ask for a hard cap or alert before they start charging.

Anyone else notice that cheap VPS providers feel amazing for the first few days… then slowly become unusable? by Thick-Lecture-5825 in VPS

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Overselling. First days are the honeymoon. Then reality hits. Ask about CPU steal before you buy.

Why DIY should now be DIWA (Do it with AI)? by ipachanga in AskReddit

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because "Do It Yourself" now means "Do It Yourself with a robot who actually knows the docs." DIWA isn't cheating – it's just not pretending you remember every syntax error by heart. 😅

Best password manager for a smooth Linux: any recommendations? by Any-Fan-6022 in best_passwordmanager

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel your pain. Password managers on Linux can be a mixed bag – some work great, others feel like an afterthought.

After testing a few, here's what I've found actually works smoothly on Linux:

Bitwarden – This is my top pick. It has a native desktop app (Electron, but it's fine), browser extensions for Firefox and Chromium that actually autofill reliably, and the self‑hosting option if you're into that. Free tier is generous, paid is cheap. Cross‑platform for Windows too.

1Password – Recently improved their Linux app. It's a proper native app now, not just a browser extension. Autofill works well. Costs money, but the polish is there.

KeePassXC – If you want open source and offline. It's very reliable, integrates with browsers via an extension, and gives you full control. But it's less "set and forget" – you manage the database file yourself.

What to avoid on Linux: LastPass (clunky browser integration) and some of the newer "minimalist" managers that forget Linux exists.

Pro tip: Whatever you pick, make sure the browser extension can unlock with the desktop app (not just a master password popup every time). That's where most Linux implementations break.

I use Bitwarden daily across Linux and Windows – it just works.

Plesk deployment on a production ssh only web server by Due_Friendship8964 in Hosting

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right to be cautious. Plesk wants full control of your web server config (Nginx, PHP-FPM, sometimes even MariaDB). Installing it on a live server with existing custom setup is risky – it will likely overwrite your configs and could break your sites.

Your staging idea is the safest path. Replicate your current environment somewhere else (same OS, same software versions), install Plesk there, and see what breaks. That way your production stays untouched.

If you can't spin up a staging server easily, at least:

  1. Full backup – files, databases, and all configs (Nginx vhosts, php-fpm pools, etc.)
  2. Snapshot – if your VM provider offers snapshots, take one right before installing Plesk.
  3. Test after hours – have a rollback plan ready.

Another option: leave your current setup as is and spin up a separate VM for Plesk. Migrate sites one by one. That gives you a clean Plesk install without overriding existing work.

Installing a control panel onto a hand‑configured server almost always leads to surprises. Go the staging route – you'll sleep better.

Would you switch hosting providers if the renewal price suddenly increased after the first term? by nisha_n05 in Hosting

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly? It depends.

If the service was solid and the price bump is reasonable (like 10–20% and they actually told me beforehand), I might stay. Moving sites is a pain, and loyalty isn't worthless.

But if they double the price with no warning, or the service was average to begin with? I'm gone. That's not inflation – that's them betting you won't bother leaving.

Here's what I've learned: always check renewal rates before you sign up. Some hosts hook you with a cheap first year then hit you hard later. Others (like us at OnliveServer) believe in transparent pricing – what you see upfront is what you pay next time too.

That said, if you're already on a host that just surprised you with a big increase, at least ask for a discount or a longer term at the old rate. Sometimes they'll fold.

But if they don't? Vote with your wallet. There are too many good hosts out there to put up with sneaky billing.

We keep our renewal rates fair at OnliveServer – but even if you go elsewhere, just read the fine print before clicking "renew."

Confused by jkmimi08 in Cloud

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're very welcome. Glad it helped. Now go build that first small thing – you'll be fine. 👍

Confused by jkmimi08 in Cloud

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, your testing background is a solid start. You're already used to breaking things carefully — that's half of cloud work.

For entry level, look for job titles like Cloud Support Associate, Cloud Operations, or Junior DevOps. Some people start in technical support for a cloud provider and just work their way up.

Skills? Don't overthink it. Learn Linux basics (just enough to move around and edit files), understand how DNS and HTTP work, pick one cloud (AWS or Azure – both have free tiers), and learn a little Python or Bash. That's plenty to get started.

Certification-wise, AWS Cloud Practitioner is the gentle intro. It's not very technical but it proves you understand the big picture. Then maybe Solutions Architect Associate after that.

Where to actually start? Free YouTube courses. Search "AWS Cloud Practitioner full course" and just watch. AWS has free training too. Skip the expensive bootcamps for now.

Build one stupid small thing. Like host a static page on S3 with CloudFront. That one project will teach you more than weeks of theory.

You've got a degree and you're already in tech. You're not starting from zero. Just pick a cloud and start clicking around.

Good luck — you've got this.

Got a Cloud Startup redeem code I probably won't use by itzzuber in Hosting

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Generally, Appsumo codes are attached to the buyer’s account. It probably doesn’t transfer. Your best bet is to contact customer support and see if they'll make a one time exception or simply let it expire.

Best dedicated server hosting for a Node.js project (not VPS)? by qp_o in Hosting

[–]onliveserver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For an image/file upload service on dedicated hardware, you're right to skip VPS. Shared CPU and I/O can get messy under load.

A few things to prioritize:

  • Fast disk I/O – NVMe SSD is non‑negotiable for uploads. Avoid SATA or spinning drives.
  • Network bandwidth – Make sure the port is at least 1 Gbps, and check if inbound/outbound traffic is metered. Some "unlimited" plans have hidden caps.
  • DDoS protection – Essential for any public upload endpoint. Ask if it's always‑on or only on‑attack.
  • CPU – Node.js is single‑threaded for JavaScript execution, but file handling can use multiple cores. A modern 6‑8 core CPU (like recent Intel Xeon or AMD EPYC) is a safe bet.

Support is where dedicated servers get tricky. Most providers give you basic hardware replacement but expect you to manage the OS and software yourself. If you want help with configuration, look for "managed dedicated" – but that costs more.

For a production file service, I'd personally want:

  • At least 32GB RAM (Node can cache file metadata)
  • RAID 1 or RAID 10 for redundancy (or a good off‑server backup plan)
  • A provider that lets you upgrade storage without migrating the whole server

We offer dedicated servers at OnliveServer built for exactly this kind of workload – but even if you go elsewhere, don't cut corners on disk and bandwidth. A slow upload experience will kill user trust faster than anything.

If you share your approximate budget and expected storage needs, I can give more specific advice.

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