Ubuntu
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