Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Learn how fast and simple it is to use RamNode in this beginner-friendly cloud hosting tutorial designed for anyone exploring new VPS hosting options or looking for an alternative to larger cloud providers like DigitalOcean, Vultr, or Linode or even as a lightweight alternative to AWS. This walkthrough shows how to create a RamNode account, deploy your first Ubuntu VPS, connect to your server, and navigate the RamNode Cloud Control Panel with ease. It also highlights essential features such as snapshots for quick backups, firewall rules for secure access control, cloud volumes for flexible storage, and core server management tools that help new VPS users get started confidently.
Whether you’re launching your first Linux server, comparing VPS providers, or searching for affordable, developer-friendly cloud hosting, this step-by-step guide offers a clear look at RamNode’s performance, simplicity, and streamlined workflow. Perfect for beginners, homelab fans, and anyone exploring VPS hosting.
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🕐 Time Codes
00:00 - Intro
02:07 – What Is RamNode? Cloud Hosting Platform Explained
05:20 – How to Create a RamNode Account (Step-by-Step Guide)
07:24 – Deploying Your First Ubuntu VPS on RamNode
13:44 – Two Easy Ways to Access Your RamNode VPS (Console +SSH)
15:40 – Installing Apache to Test Your Server
17:19 – RamNode Cloud Control Panel Overview (Instance Settings Tour)
19:51 – How to Create VPS Snapshots on RamNode
22:58 – Exploring Advanced Instance Settings in the RamNode Dashboard
31:08 – Walkthrough of Additional RamNode Cloud Control Panel Features
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Learn how fast and simple it is to use RamNode in this beginner-friendly cloud hosting tutorial designed for anyone exploring new VPS hosting options or looking for an alternative to larger cloud providers like DigitalOcean, Vultr, or Linode or even as a lightweight alternative to AWS. This walkthrough shows how to create a RamNode account, deploy your first Ubuntu VPS, connect to your server, and navigate the RamNode Cloud Control Panel with ease. It also highlights essential features such as snapshots for quick backups, firewall rules for secure access control, cloud volumes for flexible storage, and core server management tools that help new VPS users get started confidently.
Whether you’re launching your first Linux server, comparing VPS providers, or searching for affordable, developer-friendly cloud hosting, this step-by-step guide offers a clear look at RamNode’s performance, simplicity, and streamlined workflow. Perfect for beginners, homelab fans, and anyone exploring VPS hosting.
*🙏 Thanks to RamNode for Sponsoring This Video!*
Check out RamNode and develop, deploy, and grow your project or business on their OpenStack-based cloud platform. Use promo code "LEARNLINUXTV" to get a free trial and $5 in starter credit ➜ learnlinux.link/ramnode
*Sponsored Content Notice*
This is a sponsored tutorial, and not a review. But as usual all thoughts and opinions are mine and I retain full creative control over this (and all) content. Check out Learn Linux TV's content policy here ➜ learnlinux.tv/content-ethics
*📖 Check out my brand-new Linux Troubleshooting eBook!*
Contains expert strategies to help you level-up your System Administration game. Packed with advice, best practices as well as some Linux-related life hacks!
- Check it out here ➜ learnlinux.link/troubleshooting-ebook
*📚 Discounts, Courses, Books, and More! (Support Linux Learning)*
- 10% Off Linux Swag! ➜ learnlinux.link/swag
- Get the "Linux Pro-Tips" Newsletter ➜ learnlinux.link/linux-tips
- Grab Jay's *ACTUAL* Dotfiles! ➜ learnlinux.link/linux-tips
- Switching to Linux Book (15% Off!) ➜ learnlinux.link/switch-to-linux
- Linode Starter Credit ➜ learnlinux.link/linode
- eBook Bundle ➜ learnlinux.link/ebook-bundle
- Ansible Course ➜ learnlinux.link/ansible
- Linux Essentials Course ➜ learnlinux.link/linux-essentials
- Paid Assistance ➜ learnlinux.tv/request-assistance
*❤️ Support the Channel*
- Enjoyed the video? Your support keeps this channel independent!
- Become a Channel Member (Ad-Free & Early Access) ➜ learnlinux.link/join
- Support on Patreon ➜ learnlinux.link/patron
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
🕐 Time Codes
00:00 - Intro
02:07 – What Is RamNode? Cloud Hosting Platform Explained
05:20 – How to Create a RamNode Account (Step-by-Step Guide)
07:24 – Deploying Your First Ubuntu VPS on RamNode
13:44 – Two Easy Ways to Access Your RamNode VPS (Console +SSH)
15:40 – Installing Apache to Test Your Server
17:19 – RamNode Cloud Control Panel Overview (Instance Settings Tour)
19:51 – How to Create VPS Snapshots on RamNode
22:58 – Exploring Advanced Instance Settings in the RamNode Dashboard
31:08 – Walkthrough of Additional RamNode Cloud Control Panel Features
*🎓 Learn Linux TV*
Your source for Linux-related Fun and Learning!
- Official website: learnlinux.tv
- Community Forums: community.learnlinux.tv
- Official Subreddit: learnlinux.link/reddit
- Facebook Community: learnlinux.link/facebook-group
- More about Jay: learnlinux.link/jay
*🤝 Affiliate and Content Ethics*
Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, Learn Linux TV may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This helps keep the content flowing.
- learnlinux.tv/content-ethics
*⚠️ Use Content Responsibly*
Learn Linux TV shares technical content intended to teach and help you, but it comes with no warranty. The channel is not liable for damages resulting from its use. Always ensure you have proper permission, follow organizational policies, protect important data, and comply with applicable laws.
#CloudComputing #Homelab #Linux
