RackNerd Launches ctrl, a Proprietary Platform Built for the AI Era The new platform combines modern VPS management with one-click deployment for AI agents, automation platforms, and self-hosted applications. Rancho Cucamonga, CA., September 22, 2026 — RackNerd LLC, a rapidly growing leader in the Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) industry, today announced the launch of ctrl, its proprietary […]
Learn how to monitor Docker containers with cAdvisor and Prometheus. This guide covers deploying cAdvisor, configuring Prometheus metrics scraping, utilizing Docker Compose, and useful PromQL queries for tracking CPU, memory, and network usage.
Learn how to protect your server from DDoS attacks and brute-force attempts by implementing rate limiting in Nginx. This guide covers the limit_req_zone and limit_req directives and testing with Apache Benchmark.
Learn how to set up centralized monitoring on a Linux server using Netdata. This guide covers installing Netdata, securing the dashboard with Nginx or UFW, configuring alerts, and linking multiple VPS nodes to Netdata Cloud for real-time performance tracking.
In an era where businesses and teams depend heavily on documentation, having a reliable knowledge base is no longer optional; it’s essential. While cloud-based tools like Confluence, Notion, or GitBook are popular, they often come with high subscription costs, vendor lock-in, and limited customization. If you prefer full control, privacy, and scalability, self-hosting your knowledge […]
When it comes to building web applications, one of the most common debates is whether to stick with plain PHP or use a modern framework like Laravel. Both approaches have their strengths, weaknesses, and ideal use cases. Choosing between them largely depends on the type of project you’re working on, your development team’s experience, and […]
Modern web applications need to deliver content quickly while handling large volumes of user requests without slowing down. One of the most effective techniques for achieving this is caching, which reduces the time it takes to serve frequently requested data. Among the many caching solutions available, Redis stands out for its speed, simplicity, and versatility. […]
Hermes Agent is a self-hosted AI assistant from Nous Research. It lives on a VPS you control, talks to the models you pick, and can keep chatting from a web dashboard. That is a Hermes Agent VPS job, not a laptop job. When this guide is done you will have Hermes installed on Ubuntu 24.04, […]
RackNerd Ranks No. 3693 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies RackNerd’s third consecutive year of national recognition on the Inc. 5000 list highlights sustained growth and continued investment in infrastructure, technology, and customer experience. Rancho Cucamonga, CA., August 11, 2026 – RackNerd LLC, a rapidly growing leader in the Infrastructure-as-a-Service […]
Although managing a mail server may seem difficult, Mail-in-a-Box (MiaB) has made it easier than ever. If you’ve ever thought about managing your own email system rather than depending on outside services like Gmail or Outlook, Mail-in-a-Box can assist you in doing so. It simplifies the process of setting up a reliable mail server on […]
