Summary
Setting up a VNC server with a graphical user interface (GUI) on Ubuntu streamlines remote server management. It facilitates user-friendly interactions, especially for those less familiar with command-line operations. With a VNC server, users can remotely connect to the Ubuntu server and perform tasks via a visual interface, simplifying activities like file management, software installations, and configurations. Adding a GUI proves particularly beneficial for applications relying on graphical elements or intricate settings.
| Requirements |
| A VNC client such as RealVNC is required. The VPS 2GB package or higher is required as a VNC requires more RAM and storage. |
How to Setup a VNC Server (GUI) on Ubuntu
1. Log in to the VPS server using an SSH client.
2. Run the following commands to install the prerequisites:
sudo apt updatesudo apt install xfce4 xfce4-goodiessudo apt install tightvncserver
3. When prompted, input Y and press Enter.
4. When prompted, press OK to restart.
5. Run the following command to set up a VNC password: vncserver
.
6. Input a password with a minimum of 6 characters. For security reasons, the password will not show up when typing.
7. When prompted to enter a view-only password, input N for now.
| Note | Run the following command to change the password or add a view-only password: vncpasswd |
8. Launch the VNC client.
9. On the address bar, input the VPS IP address, port 5901, and press Enter. (Ex. 123.45.67.89:5901)
10. When prompted that the connection is not encrypted, click Continue.
11. Enter the password created from step 6 and press OK.
