Guides for ubuntu
Self-Hosting n8n on Ubuntu 25.10
Learn how to deploy n8n on Ubuntu 25.10 and set up your first automation as you explore how n8n can help to create unique automations using different sources as inputs.
Unlocking Business Intelligence: Deploying Metabase on Kubernetes
Discover how to leverage the power of business intelligence using Metabase on Kubernetes. This tutorial explains how to set up Metabase on a working K8s cluster, enabling businesses to generate insightful reports from their data with ease.
Harden your virtual private server against attackers
Learn how to secure your Civo instance with SSH hardening, firewall setup, and automated backups. Protect your system from unauthorized access. Take control of your server's security now!
Workaround for instances with networking bug on Ubuntu 18.04
We recently discovered a bug on instances launched with the Ubuntu 18.04 image. This bug is caused by the new networking configuration abstraction renderer called Netplan that is used by default in Bionic.
Setting up a Postfix Mail Server with Dovecot
Postifx is a very popular mail server that can be setup on Linux relatively easily and it is extremely configurable and easy to maintain. Paired with Dovecot for POP/IMAP functionality, you can have a basic mail server setup within minutes.
Creating a MariaDB Galera Cluster on Ubuntu
Enhance database performance and ensure high availability with Galera clustering. Learn how to configure an active-active cluster for seamless replication and failover. Optimize your database for speed and reliability.
Fixing Docker MTU Issues on Ubuntu
Learn how to optimize Docker's MTU settings to prevent connectivity issues and enhance your Docker experience, especially on Ubuntu systems.
Firewalling an Ubuntu 16.04 instance
There are two main ways we'd recommend users to secure their Ubuntu instances by creating a firewall - using our platform or internally on the instance using UFW.
Step-by-Step Guide: Setting Up Docker on Ubuntu
Learn how to install and configure Docker on Ubuntu 18 using Civo. Run applications in self-contained containers for easy deployment. Start Dockerizing your projects today!