Setting up a VPS can take a lot of time and effort, even if you have experience with it.
This is where VPS templates can help. It comes packaged with a pre-configured operating system, web framework, and security settings so you don’t have to set up your VPS from scratch.
We are excited to announce three new VPS templates, all powered by OpenLiteSpeed. Popular web frameworks such as Node.js, Rails, and Django make building VPS-based projects more seamless.
Why VPS Templates Are Powerful
Whether you are new to server administration or experienced, VPS templates have many advantages. you can:
- save time. VPS templates allow you to configure your server with just a few clicks. Simply choose an operating system with a web framework and you’re ready to start working on your project.
- Provide an optimized and secure environment for your website. All software and security features are set by default, reducing the chances of errors and leaving your site vulnerable.
- Customize the server according to your needs. When it comes to processes such as SSL certificate installation and script auto-deployment, VPS users usually have to manually configure them. Templates make all this much easier. Because we’re ready to do it with our software.
- Ensuring consistency across multiple servers. VPS templates can be easily cloned so you can use one for all your servers and simplify management.
In short, templates offer ease of use without sacrificing the flexibility of a VPS. Check out our VPS plans to find one that fits your needs.
Increase speed and security with OpenLiteSpeed
The new release of the OpenLiteSpeed VPS template offers the perks we mentioned and more.
OpenLiteSpeed is the open source version of LiteSpeed, the highest performing web server. Expect faster load times and better scalability with built-in caching and Google PageSpeed Insights automatic optimizations.
Website security is also improving. OpenLiteSpeed includes anti-DDoS connectivity, bandwidth throttling and ModSecurity V3 integration (an open source web application firewall).
Node.js – the leader in web development frameworks
according to Stack overflow investigationNode.js is the most widely used web framework among developers. Google Trends We’ve also seen an increase in search volume over the past two years, indicating a growing general interest in learning.
![Google Trends results show growing interest in learning Node.js, a web framework for developing websites](https://www.hostinger.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/03/google-trends-nodejs.png)
This should come as no surprise. Node.js is based on JavaScript, one of the most popular programming languages on the market. In addition, it is powered by Google Chrome’s V8 engine, which is high performance and stable, allowing you to develop and deliver your products faster.
Combining Node.js and OpenLiteSpeed gives our developer clients the VPS technology they need to build successful, high-performance websites.
How to install the OpenLiteSpeed VPS template
important! If you’re already using a VPS template, be sure to download a backup before following this tutorial. Changing the current template will permanently delete all content on your VPS.
All OpenLiteSpeed VPS templates are free and easy to install. Just go to hPanel and open your VPS dashboard. From there, follow these steps:
- Go to operating system page from the sidebar.
- Above Change operating system section, selection OS with control panel Select one of the OpenLiteSpeed templates.
![How to change the VPS operating system in hPanel with the new OpenLiteSpeed VPS template highlighted](https://www.hostinger.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/03/2023-03-13_18-14.png)
- click OS change, Your VPS is ready.
Choose the best VPS template for you
These new OpenLiteSpeed VPS templates provide a powerful and easy-to-use platform for hosting your web framework of choice. At the same time, it provides the best performance and security for your website.
With these new releases, Hostinger is now 40+ VPS Templates in our collection. Whether you’re looking for a template with a web framework or a hosting control panel, we’ve got you covered.
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