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Update package information

sudo apt-get update

Upgrade packages already installed

sudo apt-get upgrade

Install various packages

These are utilities that will help with the installation of OpenBoxes and maintenance of your server.

sudo apt-get install vim
sudo apt-get install gzip
sudo apt-get install unzip
sudo apt-get install mailutils
sudo apt-get install cron
sudo apt-get install locate

Configure unattended updates

Optional, but recommended so you don't have to spend all of your time managing your new server. Click here for instructions