Self-Managed DirectAdmin Linux VPS
A Self-Managed Linux VPS is ideal for Small to Medium Enterprises (SME’s) with a WordPress or Custom (PHP) site and company Emails, seeking dedicated resources for mission critical applications and require server maintenance, software and security updates, while managing own day-to-day administrative tasks.
Who Would Benefit from a Self-Managed Linux VPS?
A self-managed Linux VPS is ideal for individuals or businesses that need a dedicated Linux virtual environment without requiring full root access. While we retain administrator-level control for system maintenance and security, you receive end-user credentials to manage your hosting space—including your websites, emails, databases, and more.
This setup allows you to enjoy the flexibility of a self-managed Linux VPS while leaving the technical overhead to us. You stay in control of your content and applications, while we handle the server maintenance, security, and software updates in the background.
There are no limitations on what you can run. Whether you’re hosting a high-traffic blog, a large eCommerce store, or using the VPS as a mail server, this solution provides the resources and control you need. With DirectAdmin as your control panel, you also get an intuitive interface to manage all services efficiently.
A self-managed Linux VPS is the right choice if you want more freedom than shared hosting allows, without the complexity of managing a server entirely on your own.
Host on a dedicated virtual server
No sharing of your IP, OS, RAM and storage
Scalibility, speed and control
Know how to find your way around the panel?
Let us take care of the server maintenance, updates and security, while you manage the day-to-day administration of your hosting space.
Feel free to contact us with any questions you might have.
Dedicated Virtual Private Server
A dedicated Virtual Private Server (VPS) is a space or container on an actual physical device. This “virtual space” is only accessible by yourself and/or the entity that manages the space on your behalf. No one else has access to this environment and the resources, i.e. memory (RAM), processor (CPU), storage and the IP address is only allocated to your space.
Memory (RAM)
VPS RAM is the amount of Random Access Memory allocated to your Virtual Private Server (VPS). It’s similar to the RAM in your personal computer — it determines how much your server can do at once.
Processor (CPU)
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) in a VPS is the virtual share of a physical processor that your VPS gets to use. It controls how fast your server can:
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Run applications
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Process user requests
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Handle background tasks
It’s like your VPS’s “brain” — the more CPU it has, the faster and more powerful it is.
Storage (Disk Space)
Storage in a VPS is the disk space allocated to your server — where it stores all its files, including:
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The operating system (Linux, Ubuntu, etc.)
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Websites and media (HTML, images, videos)
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Databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.)
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Logs, backups, config files, and software
It’s like the hard drive of your VPS.
IP Address
A dedicated IP address is a unique IP address assigned exclusively to your VPS or website, not shared with any other user or server.
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It’s like having your own street address on the internet.
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Unlike a shared IP, where many websites live at the same address, a dedicated IP gives you a private and fixed address for your server or site.
Maintenance Plan
We charge a flat rate of R600.00 p/m to maintain your Self-managed VPS. This includes weekly software updates and security tweaks as and when required. We also ensure the VPS is running smoothly and will make recommendations should we feel the resources are not sufficient. Please see costing for ad-hoc, on-demand-support.
Ad-hoc One
1 x Support Request
Typically:
Create Email Account
Reset Email Password
Setup Mail in Client
One (1) Ad-hoc support request, up to fifteen (15) minutes each, or part thereof.
R150.00*
Ad-hoc Two
2 x Support Requests
Typically:
Same as Ad-hoc One
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Remote Desktop Support
Basic 3rd Party Troubleshooting
Two (2) Ad-hoc support requests, up to fifteen (15) minutes each, or part thereof.
R300.00*
Ad-hoc Three
3 x Support Requests
Typically:
Same as Ad-hoc Two
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Advanced 3rd Party Troubleshooting
Advanced Security Headers
Update PHP
ReCurr License
Three (3) Ad-hoc support requests, up to fifteen (15) minutes each, or part thereof.
R425.00*
*Above pricing excludes maintenance plan | Average request time is 15 minutes | No VAT is charged | Prices subject to change | Excludes E&OE
Self-Managed VPS Notes
Please familiarize yourself with the self-managed server terms:
Self-Managed
We are responsible for server maintenance, which includes software and security updates related to the host panel.
You are provided with end-user access and remain responsible for managing your own hosting space, i.e. day-to-day administrative tasks.
Support on demand applies to this service (should you require assistance) and is charged at R150.00 (incl VAT) per support call, with discounts applied, when more than two (2) support call have been logged per month.
Troubleshooting 3rd Party Web-and Email applications may incur additional costs.
All The Credentials You Will Need
You will not receive “root” access, nor administrative rights.
We retain these credentials as we remain fully responsible for the maintenance of the VPS.
This solution is solely for individuals and small to medium enterprises seeking an affordable dedicated solution, without the worries of server maintenance and security.
Clients will access the host panel with their end-user credentials, provided after setup of the VPS with DirectAdmin host panel.
With this solution, clients are responsible for the day-to-day management of their hosting space.
Third Party Disclaimer
Troubleshooting 3rd Party Web-and Email applications may incur additional costs and will be communicated once issue has been identified.
Management Of Hosting Space
You remain fully responsible for the management of the client hosting space, including your site and Emails, while we ensure mails are received and delivered as expected. This options excludes any updates to websites, whether content related or pertaining to, although not limited to site security, unless otherwise communicated.
About Support Requests
Ad-hoc support requests are charged according to the maintenance plan. Should you submit more than two (2) support requests during a month, we suggest that you sign up for the managed solution, where security and software updates are included in the support plan.
About Security Breaches
Even though Cyberdummies Online Solutions will take the utmost caution while managing your VPS server, we will not be held liable for any security breaches. Confirmation of weekly/monthly updates will be provided to clients upon request.
Self-Managed DirectAdmin Linux VPS
Self-Managed VPS Maintenance Plan
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Pretoria
SA
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