Linux VPS - Vinstall Utilities Library
The vinstall utilities library enables you to add supported software packages (utilities, database programs, and
other software) to your Linux VPS. The library provides a custom Linux VPS command-line tool. A root user can use
the vinstall utility library from the shell on your server. To begin using library, connect to your Linux VPS
server via SSH, su to root, and run the following command:
# vinstall
If you know the name of the package you want to install, you can install it directly by indicating the name of the
package.
# vinstall package_name
If you do not indicate a package name, vinstall will enter an interactive mode which prompts you for more information,
as in the following example:
Select an option:
? view list of programs
install enter install mode
module_name view information about program_name
quitexit vinstall program
-->
You can view the available programs available to install
using the library, enter a question mark (?) at the prompt.
You can install a program by entering install mode. Type install at the prompt, and you will enter install mode. You
can then enter the package name at the next prompt, and vinstall will begin installing the package. Typing the name
of a program in the list will bring up a short dialog about what the program is. You can leave install mode without
installing anything. To do this type quit at the prompt and you will return to the standard shell prompt.
Removing packages
Most packages that can be installed using vinstall can be removed using vuninstall. The vuninstall command follows
the same format as vinstall.
Software Packages Included in the Vinstall Utilities Library
The following table provides you with information regarding the software packages which are included with the
vinstall utilities library.
Note: Refer to updates provided on the Web, and other electronic
communications from our technicians regarding additions and modifications to the library.
Java applications consume significant CPU and memory resources and may not be appropriate for use on a VPS.
See "Java" for more information or refer to the Linux VPS 3.0 Technical Overview for details regarding
resource allocations and recommended usages for each plan.
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