> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.vpsai.io/vps-ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.vpsai.io/vps-ai/product-guides/vps-server-configuration.md).

# VPS Server Configuration

This section will teach you how to configure your own Virtual Private Server using the VPS AI Dashboard.

1. **Choose Your VPS Name, Configure Your GPU, CPU and RAM then Select Your Storage Size.**

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### What is RAM?

Random Access Memory, is the temporary storage in your computer that gives applications a place to store and access data on a short-term basis. Having more RAM means that more data can be accessed and read almost instantly, as opposed to being written on your hard drive or SSD.
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### What is a CPU?

CPUs are made by arranging billions of microscopic transistors onto a single computer chip. These transistors enable the CPU to perform the computations necessary for executing programs stored in your system’s memory.
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### What is a GPU?&#x20;

The Graphics Processing Unit, has become one of the most important types of computing technology, both for personal and business computing. Designed for parallel processing, the GPU is used in a wide range of applications, including graphics and video rendering.
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2. **Select Your Data Center, Operating System, Add Your SSH Key and Duration You Want the VPS to be Open For.**

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[Generate SSH Keys](/vps-ai/product-guides/generate-ssh-keys.md)
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3. **Once You've Added All the Details for Your VPS, the Cost Will Appear in the Highlighted Area as Shown Below.**

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[Cost Calculator](/vps-ai/product-guides/adding-credit-to-your-vps-ai-dashboard/cost-calculator.md)
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4. **When Details and Pricing are Confirmed, Select "Confirm & Deploy".**

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5. **Select "Confirm" and Discover the Power of VPS AI and Virtual Private Servers.**

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For Additional Help, Please Visit Our Contact & Help Page Below.
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[Contact & Help](/vps-ai/project-info/contact-and-help.md)
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