Learn how to create a Linux VPS on Linode from start to finish in this beginner-friendly tutorial. I’ll walk you through deploying a Linode instance, choosing the best data-center region, selecting a Linux distribution, comparing VPS plans and costs, and configuring your server.

You’ll also learn how to enable Linode’s optional backup service and securely access your new Linux server using both the browser-based Lish console and SSH. Whether you’re building a web server, development environment, home lab, or cloud-hosted Linux project, this guide will help you get started quickly.

If you haven’t created your Linode account yet, get starter credit (and support the channel) by using this link.