Server Administration
How To Create a Local User on Windows Server 2025
If you’re looking to create a local user account on Windows Server 2025, you’ve found the perfect article! The process is quick and straightforward, so let’s see how it’s done: T
VPS Disk Space Running Out Unexpectedly
A “disk space full” error on your VPS can be a major problem, bringing websites and applications to a halt. When your VPS runs out of disk space, it’s essential to quickly figure o
Changing the Server/VPS Password
Important: Your password is your first line of defense so make sure it is a strong one. Use a combination of upper/lower case letters, numbers, and special symbols, and make it at
How to check network disconnection events in the Windows system event logs
When a network disconnect occurs, it can affect the functionality of various applications and services that rely on a stable network connection. By being aware of these disconnects
Server security, Antivirus, and Malware protection
Here are some key points and suggestions explaining why you may not need to install malware or antivirus software on your VPS: Tip Built-in Firewall: Windows Server comes w
How to create a local user on Windows Server 2022
Creating a local user account on Windows Server 2022 is straightforward. Here are clear steps to guide you through the process: Tip Open Server Manager:In the Server Manager
How to Check Network Status in Windows Server 2025
It’s important to check the network status of Windows Server 2025 now and then to make sure it’s connected, to troubleshoot problems, to keep services running, and even to catch se
How to use your microphone and camera with your server/VPS
In this article, we’re going to go through the steps to redirect a web camera and a microphone to a VPS. Be advised that it’s a pretty involved process, as it requires some prepara
Server Backups: Guide & Options
Backups preserve your data by making a copy of it locally and remotely (in the unlikely event that something happens to your server’s software or hardware environment). Full backu
How to Resolve Password Expiry Messages if They Come up (Are Enabled) in Windows
If you’re using a ChartVPS Virtual Private Server (VPS), it’s running Windows Server 2025 by default. If you happen to encounter a password expiry prompt on the server, here’s a st
How To Back up and Restore the Registry
It’s always a good idea to back up the registry before you make any changes. The registry essentially acts as a safety net, so updating it means that if anything goes wrong, you wo
How to stop automatic Windows Update
Turning off Windows Update on Windows Server 2023 should be approached with caution, as regular updates are essential for the security and stability of your server. However, if you
How to Change the Frame Rate Limit in a Remote Session?
Fine-tuning your frame rate limits in remote sessions can really improve your monitors’ visual performance and responsiveness, making for a much smoother and more enjoyable user ex
What causes my VPS/Server to freeze or become unresponsive?
When the CPU is fully utilized by a program, it can lead to system performance degradation and potentially cause the system to become unresponsive or freeze under certain circumsta
How to Restart your Server / VPS
Every now and then, it’s good to restart your VPS or server (we recommend doing so once a week). Whether you do it after installing trading platforms, .NET packages, Windows Update
Changing Resolution; Fixing Huge/Tiny or Blurry Text and Icons
If you log onto your server and see that the resolution or Windows graphical user interface does not look right (e.g. text/icons are tiny or massive, blurry) all you need to do is
How to keep your Remote Desktop Session Alive with Remote Desktop Connection
Certain applications necessitate an ongoing active remote desktop session to ensure their continuous operation. To establish a keep-alive mechanism that maintains a persistent desk
How To Select Particular Monitors To Be Involved in a Remote Session?
You can increase your remote session flexibility by taking advantage of a useful feature to select a subset of monitors for full-screen display. That way, instead of being stuck us
Changing the Time Zone on Your Server
By default, your server’s time and time zone are synchronized with its data center location. If you so choose to, you can actually change it to suit your preferences at any time. L
OBS live stream stops after closing RDP
Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) creates virtual GPU and audio devices to redirect images from your local computer’s camera and audio from its microphone to the Virtual Private Server
Using Multiple Monitors With Your Server or VPS
Most traders use multiple monitors when trading. This doesn’t have to change since the Remote Desktop Connection app used by ChartVPS clients has full multi-monitor support – all i