Guidance on usage: Basic Ubuntu Server 24.04 LTS on Amazon

Basic Ubuntu Server 24.04 LTS provides a powerful, secure, and versatile environment optimized for cloud deployments. With long-term support, regular updates, and a vast ecosystem, it’s an ideal choice for reliable and scalable server solutions, keeping your applications running smoothly.

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Connecting and Configuring Basic Ubuntu Server 24.04 LTS

After purchasing and starting the VM, you need to know its IP address, which you can find in your Amazon account.

To connect to the Server, you should generate a “Private Key” in advance. This can be done using the following instructions (by choosing the “.ppk” file format option in step 3 of the guide): Guidance on usage: Key Pair Setup for Seamless VM Access

  1. Connecting to the VM using the PuTTY application. You can download it at the following link – Download
    • In the left panel, navigate to the “SSH” section, and then to “Auth.”
  • In the “Auth” section, click “Browse” and specify the path to the .ppk file you received earlier.
  • Return to the “Session” home page, enter the IP address of the VM, and click “Open.”
  • In the opened console you will need to enter the login ubuntu.
  1. You can view the parameters of your virtual machine using the following commands:

$hostnamectl — General information

$cat /etc/*elease — Release information

$uname -r — Kernel version

Now that you’ve successfully set up and connected to your Ubuntu Server VM, you have full control over your environment. You can explore, configure, and utilize the server to meet your specific needs. Whether you’re setting up a web server, deploying applications, or experimenting with new software, the power of this robust virtual machine is at your fingertips. Enjoy the freedom to make the most of your exceptional VM!