FAQ - VPS (Virtual Private Server)

If you have a VPS supplied by Bet Angel, some of the more common solutions to problems can be viewed here.

• What is the difference between a VPS & a VPN?

  At Bet Angel we sell VPS which are remotely accessed computers somewhere on the internet. In our case, the VPS's are located in data centres in the UK with a high speed backbone. A backbone is simply ...

• Do you offer a VPS service

  Yes we offer a number of packages to suit all requirments, please visit the link below for full details on all our VPS packages  https://www.betangel.com/vps/...

• How do I secure my DNS resolver against amplification attacks?

  Like any service on a dedicated server or VPS, a DNS resolver should be properly secured before being enabled. Linuxdistributions typically do not enable a DNS resolver by default, while Windows does....

• How do I use multiple monitors when using the VPS?

  The latest release of Remote Desktop Client from Microsoft allows automatic use of multiple monitors. Windows 7 Professional and Windows 8 Professional (and others being added) now allow spanning acro...

• I can't install software on my VPS

  If you can't install software on your VPS it may be that the download is blocked. Because servers are connected to the internet 24x7, security tends to heavily restrict what software can be installed ...

• Connecting to a VPS

  We recommend the Microsoft RDP client for connecting to a VPS. It offers good functionality but remains simple to use. It is a matter of entering your IP address (Computer Name) and the supplied passw...

• Error Code 6

  This error code appears if you have installed Bet Angel Server Edition on your local computer. The Server Edition will only work on a Bet Angel supplied VPS. You will need to uninstall Bet Angel and d...

• Sound stops when using VPS

  Occasionally, when connected to a VPS via the Microsoft Remote Desktop Client the sound will stop working. This best fix is to restart the Remote Desktop session...

• How do I watch Betfair live video on a VPS?

  It is possible to watch video on a VPS, but be aware that video displayed over the VPS will be slightly jerky due to how a remote desktop protocol renders video. Sounds should be normal. But the video...

• I need to install dot net 3.5 on my VPS

  To install .net 3.5 please use the following steps: - Open 'Server Manager 'Click ' 2) Add roles and features 'Click 'Next' four times until the 'Select features' window has highlighted 'Features' on ...