# VPS To operate NODE software effectively, a computer must have reliable uptime and a stable internet connection. Since running this software on a personal computer may not be feasible for everyone, utilizing a VPS offers a solution to meet these requirements. This guide outlines basic steps to choose an appropriate machine from a VPS provider to support the software's needs. A VPS (Virtual Private Server) is essentially a virtual desktop – like a computer that you can remotely log in to, but is always powered on and running. The VPS is hosted on a server, and you are charged by the VPS company for utilizing this server space. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://doc.mprolab.io/mprolab/manuals-and-tutorials/manuals/vps.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.