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Virtual Machine Creation

Section Compute -> Instances -> Launch Instance.

Choose a name for your instance.

Choose the image you want to create the instance from (in this case ubuntu-16.04).

Choose the size of your instance.

Choose the previously created network.

Create or import a key-pair and then choose it. You will launch the instance with that key, used to get access to the Virtual Machine. If you have to generate a key-pair you can follow these steps:

  • Windows: download PuTTYgen to create a new key-pair. If you have problems follow these instructions: [Using PuTTYgen];
  • Linux and Mac: open the terminal and use this command: 
    ssh-keygen -t rsa -b 4096 -C "your_email@example.com"
    If you have problems you can read this guide

Add a floating IP to the instance.

Next section: Port mapping