If you browse through our VPS tutorials and server setup guides, you will notice that our Linux command-line instructions frequently default to Ubuntu LTS (such as Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or Ubuntu 24.04 LTS).
Whether you are deploying a FiveM server, running a Docker container, hosting a Node.js Discord bot, or managing web databases, Ubuntu is our primary recommended Linux distribution.
This article explains why we focus on Ubuntu and how the stability of Debian-based systems benefits your server hosting experience.
1. Rock-Solid Stability with Debian Heritage
Ubuntu is built on top of Debian, one of the oldest, most battle-tested, and secure operating systems in computer history.
Debian's core philosophy prioritizes stability and rigorous package testing above all else. Ubuntu inherits this rock-solid core while providing regular update cycles and modernized kernel features.
Long Term Support (LTS) Guarantees:
Canonical releases an Ubuntu LTS (Long Term Support) version every two years. Each LTS release comes with:
- 5 Years of Standard Security Updates: Your VPS receives critical security patches, kernel updates, and bug fixes automatically for 5 full years.
- No Unplanned Breaking Changes: System libraries remain stable throughout the release cycle, ensuring your game servers and web apps don't randomly break due to unannounced updates.
2. The World's Largest Software Ecosystem
One of Ubuntu's biggest advantages is its package manager: APT (Advanced Package Tool).
Through apt, Ubuntu provides instant access to over 60,000 pre-compiled software packages. Whether you need OpenJDK for Minecraft, Nginx for web servers, MariaDB for SQL databases, or UFW for firewalls, installing software requires just a single command:
sudo apt update && sudo apt install -y nginx mariadb-server openjdk-21-jre-headless
Primary Target for Developers:
Because Ubuntu is the most popular Linux server distribution in the world, software developers (from Mojang and Cfx.re to Docker, Node.js, and Python) build and test their applications on Ubuntu first. When new software or game server software is released, Ubuntu receives official installation scripts and binary builds immediately.
3. Unrivaled Documentation & Community Support
When managing a virtual private server, encountering an occasional error or configuration challenge is natural. With Ubuntu, finding a solution takes seconds:
- Massive Community: The vast majority of online server tutorials, Stack Overflow answers, and developer guides are written specifically for Ubuntu.
- AskUbuntu & Official Docs: Comprehensive documentation exists for every package, making sysadmin learning smooth for beginners and experts alike.
4. Seamless Compatibility Across All Hosting Workloads
Ubuntu excels across every server workload offered at Cubes Hosting:
- Game Servers: Flawless compatibility with Java (Minecraft), Mono/Wine, FXServer (FiveM), and SteamCMD (Rust, Unturned, Terraria).
- Web & Database Hosting: Out-of-the-box support for Nginx, Apache, PHP-FPM, MySQL, MariaDB, and Redis.
- Containerization & Dev Tools: Native support for Docker, Docker Compose, Git, and Node.js.
Can You Use Other Linux Distros on Cubes VPS?
Yes, absolutely! While our guides default to Ubuntu for maximum accessibility, Cubes Hosting VPS instances support a wide range of operating systems, including:
- Debian: For ultra-lightweight, minimal overhead server deployments.
- AlmaLinux / Rocky Linux: For enterprise Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.
- Alpine Linux: For lightweight container nodes.
Translating Commands: If you use AlmaLinux or Rocky Linux instead of Ubuntu, simply substitute
apt installwithdnf installoryum install. Commands for system services (systemctl start) remain identical across all modern Linux distributions!
Conclusion
We focus on Ubuntu in our guides because it combines Debian-grade stability, unbeatable software compatibility, and unrivaled community documentation. Deploy an Ubuntu VPS on Cubes Hosting today and enjoy a stable, powerful hosting environment for all your projects!