Frequently asked questions

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DIEG Finder is a convenient platform for quick search of an ideal virtual server (VPS/VDS) among a large number of offers from different hosting providers. We collect and regularly update data on the characteristics and availability of tariffs, helping users to easily find the optimal solution for their needs.

Our catalog is constantly improving: we correct errors, take into account notifications of hosts about upcoming changes and strive to make the service as convenient and informative as possible for all users.

If we make an analogy with real estate, a VPS/VDS is your own apartment in a modern residential complex, and a dedicated server is a separate private house.

The main differences:

  • Resource management: On a VPS, you rent a part of a powerful server that is programmatically isolated from its neighbors. On a dedicated server (Dedicated) all the "hardware" entirely belongs only to you.
  • Flexibility and speed: VPS can be scaled in minutes (add RAM or CPU) if the load has increased. Changing the configuration of the physical server requires time to replace components in the data center.
  • Maintenance: On VPS you do not need to think about the state of disks or power supplies - the provider is responsible for the serviceability of the physical equipment. In case of a dedicated server, the control over the state of the "hardware" falls on your shoulders (or tech support).
  • Price: VPS is much cheaper, as the cost of maintenance of the physical machine is divided between several tenants, while you do not lose in the quality of management.

What's the commonality.

Despite the difference in architecture, on both types of servers you get:

  • Root access: Full administrator rights.
  • Dedicated IP address: Your address is not shared with other sites.
  • Software freedom: You can install any OS, control panels, Docker containers and specific services.

To summarize: VPS is ideal for 90% of projects (websites, VPN, CRM) as it is cheaper and easier to scale. Dedicated server is needed only for very large databases or projects with extreme load.

The short answer is: not required, but a basic understanding would be a plus.

VPS does give full freedom of action (Root access), which usually involves working with the Linux command line. However, today there are several ways to manage the server, even if you're not a DevOps engineer:

How you can simplify your VPS operation:

  • Control Panels (ISPmanager, FastPanel, HestiaCP): This is a graphical interface that makes managing a server similar to working with a regular website. You can create a database, add a domain, or install an SSL certificate in one click.
  • Ready-made application images: Many providers offer automatic installation of popular engines (WordPress, Docker, VPN services) immediately upon server purchase.
  • Knowledge base and community: Most standard tasks (for example, configuring Nginx or installing a bot) are described in detail in step-by-step guides. It's enough to know how to copy and paste commands into the terminal.
  • Technical support: If you encounter a task you can't solve on your own, hosting support specialists can often help with basic configuration or troubleshooting.

When does Linux knowledge come in handy?

If your project requires subtle optimization, non-standard security configurations, or deploying complex systems via Docker and Bash scripts, minimal console skills will be necessary.

Tip: If you're just starting out, choose a plan with a free control panel pre-installed. This will alleviate 90% of technical issues at the start.