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# OS Environment Prep

## Hardware Virtualization <a href="#hardware-virtualization" id="hardware-virtualization"></a>

There are a couple of options for running a relay on different Operating Systems, utilizing Virtualization is one of them. This guide will instruct you on how to install a Virtualization tool in for different Operating Systems as well as creating a Virtual Machine running Ubuntu Server 22.04 LTS, which the Anon Relay software later on can be installed on.

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## Operating system <a href="#operating-system" id="operating-system"></a>

For help installing a reliable and versatile Debian-based operating system, we offer a Ubuntu Server Installation Guide.

Follow step-by-step instructions for installing Ubuntu Server 22.04, a robust platform renowned for its stability, security, and extensive support for a wide range of applications and services.

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## Remote Management <a href="#remote-management" id="remote-management"></a>

SSH (Secure Shell) is a tool for securely managing remote servers. It allows you to log in to a server from your local machine and execute commands as if you were sitting at the server's console.

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### CLI Software <a href="#software" id="software"></a>

Once you've set up your hardware virtualization or dedicated hardware and installed a Debian-based Linux Operating System like the Ubuntu Server from the guide above, let's install the Anon Relay Software with a one-line bash script or following the apt resources.

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## Rewards <a href="#rewards" id="rewards"></a>

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