Server Management / Linux

Linux server management for those who don’t have time for the shell.

Debian, Ubuntu, AlmaLinux, or Rocky Linux: we manage your server on the command line, with patches, hardening, and monitoring included. No control panel needed, but full control for us and for you.

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★★★★★ 10/10 on Trustpilot · Linux specialists since 2008

Configuration scanweb01 · Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

6/8

SSH keys only
Firewall active
fail2ban missing
Automatic security updates
Backup is on the same server
TLS certificates auto-renew
Log rotation configured
No unnecessary services open

Example · after the scan you will receive a concrete proposal

What we do on your Linux server.

We ensure your server is well-secured, that bug fixes and patches run on time, and that someone is always ready to help. Whichever package you choose: in case of emergency, we intervene immediately.

Patches & updates

Kernel and package updates on a fixed schedule, critical security patches as soon as possible.

Hardening

SSH on keys, fail2ban, firewall rules, and a minimum set of running services.

Monitoring

Resources, services and logs in the future, with an engineer intervening in the event of an anomaly.

Web servers & databases

nginx, Apache, MySQL/MariaDB, and PostgreSQL tuned to what is running.

Containers

Docker, Docker Compose, and Podman managed. More about Docker →

Backups & restore

Off-server, with periodic restore tests, so you know they work.

Which distribution is right for your server?

We manage all four on the same baseline. Not sure? We advise based on what needs to run, not on what we prefer to manage.

Ubuntu LTSAPT

The all-rounder

Strong in: Broad software support
Lifecycle: LTS every 2 years

Our adviceWeb applications and Docker

DebianAPT

The steady one

Strong in: Stability, minimalism
Lifecycle: Slow, very stable

Our adviceCritical, steady workloads

AlmaLinuxDNF

The enterprise choice

Strong in: RHEL-compatible
Lifecycle: Follows RHEL

Our adviceCompliance-sensitive environments

Rocky LinuxDNF

The community alternative

Strong in: RHEL-compatible
Lifecycle: Follows RHEL

Our adviceComparable to AlmaLinux

Our Linux baseline

The same basis for every server.

Every server we take over gets the same basic settings. Deviating is allowed, but only with a reason.

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SSH on keys
Password login disabled, access revocable per user.
02
Firewall
UFW, firewalld, or nftables, only necessary ports open.
03
fail2ban
Brute-force detection on SSH and open services.
04
Automatic Patches
Automatic security updates, others tested first.
05
Logging & auditing
Centralized logs, so incidents can be reconstructed.
06
Resource limits
Per service via systemd, so one process doesn’t bring everything down.
07
TLS everywhere
Let’s Encrypt with automatic renewal.
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External backups
Second location, fixed retention, periodic restore tests.

Switching

Switching costs you one evening. Ours.

We start with an onboarding check of your current server. This shows whether it has been well-maintained and what you need to take into account. Then we take over the management, and usually, you won’t notice a thing.

Why Servermeister

Linux Server Management Specialists Since 2008
Fixed price per server per month
Extensive technical knowledge, also for advice
Immediate help in the event of downtime
Available 365 days a year, 24 hours a day
10/10 on Trustpilot

Server Management

Management Plans and Pricing

One price per server per month, including everything in the column. Additional services, checks or management are always possible.

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Per server, per month	BASECAMP € 99Your server always up2date	ASCENT Most chosen€ 250 All from BASECAMP +	SUMMIT €400 All by ASCENT +
Management and maintenance
OS updates	Includes	Includes	Includes
Security updates	What's not included	On request	Yes
Patches	What's not included	On request	Yes
Supporting times	Mon - Fri (10:00 - 18:00)	Mon - Fri (09:00 - 21:00)	Mon - Mon (09:00 - 21:00)
RunCloud License	Includes	Includes	Includes
Web hosting support (DirectAdmin, Plesk, cPanel)	—	Includes	Includes
Monitoring and response
Monitoring	What's not included	Includes	Includes
Control interval	What's not included	5 minute	5 minutes, multiple locations
Response Time	4 hours, during working days	3 hours, during working days	1 hour, 27/7
Night shift calls you in case of downtime	No	No	Optional
Security
Hardening	Basic set	Standard	Full + optional audit
Firewall management	Optional	Optional	Optional
Malware scan and cleanup	At hourly rate	At hourly rate	At hourly rate
Backup and recovery
Backup control	Monthly	Weekly	Weekly
GB external storage	What's not included	25GB	50GB
Recovery after incident	At hourly rate	At hourly rate	Includes
Contact and reporting
Permanent engineer	—		Yes, with replacement
Quarterly meeting	—	Optional	Includes
Direct line outside office hours	—		Yes
Phone support	Optional (€99/p.m)	Optional (€99/p.m)	Yes
	Choose Basecamp	Choose ACENT	Request a quote

Volume discount

More servers, lower rate

1–2 serversbase rate

3–9 servers− 10%

10–24 servers− 15%

25 servers or morecustom

Extensions

To be taken per month

Extra managed hours€ 89 p/h

Off-site backup per 100 GB€ 25

Application monitoring per service€ 15

Remote hands in the data centerper visit

Where you stand

- No start-up costs; The baseline measurement is free of charge
- Different package per server possible
- Prices per server, excluding VAT

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Sounds pretty scary, you give a stranger access to your most precious parts. If you are in doubt, you can always call us on 085 30 350 45.

No more worrying about your server park, no more outliers in your ICT budget and a managed server environment for one fixed amount per month.

How do you maintain my server?

We ensure that your server is always up to date with the latest software and security updates for certain packages.

This regular maintenance is standard in your package. Activities outside of this, such as installing an application, we charge at a discount at our regular rate as a server management customer.

What does web hosting support mean?

Some plans also offer web hosting support . With this module, we also help you with questions about your web hosting servers and the customers hosted on them. We know the software packages DirectAdmin, CPanel and Plesk through and through.

What does email server support mean?

The world of email is changing at a rapid pace, big players such as Gmail and Office365 are now making the rules and having your own mail server (for example on your DirectAdmin, Plesk or CPanel server) is increasingly difficult to maintain.

With email server support, we also help you maintain your mail server and you can be sure that your emails always reach the recipient.

Why is server management necessary?

Your server(s), website, email or webshop is probably one of the most important assets of your company. When these fail, everything comes to a standstill.
With good server management, you prevent problems during peak loads and performance is continuously guaranteed. In addition, we ensure that the system is always optimally accessible.

What if my server goes offline?

If the server crashes, the whole company comes to a standstill! This can be prevented by good management on the server. Are all services running? Aren't the hard disks almost full? Have all updates been installed? Are the OS and programs up-to-date? And so on! You don't have to waste valuable time on this anymore, we keep a close eye on it all and react immediately if something threatens to go wrong.

Does my server have to be hosted with you?

No, we are one of the few carrier-neutral system operators. It doesn't matter where your server is located, as long as we have access to the server and the control panel in case of any problems.

We work closely with the following hosting parties: TransIP, WorldStream, OVH, Hostnet, Siteground, Digital Ocean and GoDaddy.

How can I reach you?

During office hours we can be reached via 085 30 350 45. Outside these hours, you will be connected to our night shift*.

*If you call outside your package, extra costs will be charged

Why do you publish prices and others don't?

One fixed price per server per month. Including everything in the column. Extra services, checks or management? These are always possible.

We simply make our prices public. That is quite exceptional in this market. Most agencies that serve Dutch chains do not show their rates. This makes it difficult to compare.

We do it differently: below you can see exactly what you pay, what is included and what is not included in the price. No hidden costs, no ambiguity.

Questions about Linux management.

Speak directly with an engineer 085 30 350 45 Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00 · emergencies 24/7

Do you also work without a control panel?

Yes, that is usually the norm in Linux management. We manage the server directly via the command line. A control panel such as cPanel, DirectAdmin, or Plesk can be added.

Which distribution should I choose?

That depends on your software and your preference for the update cycle. We advise based on what needs to run; see the comparison above.

Do you also manage containers?

Yes. Docker, Docker Compose, and Podman fall under our management, including image updates and volume backups. Docker · Podman

Can I still access the server myself?

Yes, you keep SSH access with your own key. We agree in advance who manages what, so that we do not overwrite each other’s work.

What does Linux server maintenance mean?

We continuously monitor the operating system, hardware, and applications on your server, including backup and antivirus software, and intervene immediately if necessary.

What if my Linux server goes offline?

Then your business comes to a standstill. Good management prevents that: are all services running, are the disks not almost full, are the updates installed? We keep an eye on it and react immediately.

What does server monitoring mean?

As soon as your server stops responding, you will receive an immediate notification day or night, via email or SMS. Upon delivery, we coordinate what we monitor.

Does my server have to be hosted with you?

No. We are carrier-neutral. As long as we have access, it doesn’t matter where your server is located, from TransIP to DigitalOcean and GoDaddy.

Do you also work on location?

Yes. You can periodically hire a dedicated system administrator on-site, also as a supplement to your own IT department. More about IT in the office →

Send your server details, and we’ll see how it’s doing.

A configuration scan and a concrete proposal within one business day.

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Since 2008

Companies that run on us.

For over 15 years, we have been providing secure and reliable IT to small and medium-sized businesses. For a fixed monthly fee and with short contracts.