Optimizing the energy consumption of a VPS server may not be directly possible since the physical server is managed by the server provider. However, there are several things you can do to ensure the resources you’re using are optimized, indirectly contributing to overall energy efficiency:
1. Tune Your Server: Optimize your server for better performance. Manage your resources efficiently by adjusting server configurations based on the performance you are experiencing.
1. Control the Number of Running Processes: The more processes the server needs to run, the more energy it needs. Therefore, it’s necessary to keep yourself to the minimum required processes.
1. Remove Unnecessary Software: Any software running on the server can increase the server load, consuming more energy. So, remove software and services that are not essential.
1. Use a Content Distribution Network (CDN): CDN can reduce the load times of your web pages by storing copies of your site’s content in multiple locations around the world, thus reducing the workload of your server.
1. Keep Scripts and Softwares Updated: Outdated software can slow down the server performance. Regular updates ensure that your server is running at peak performance.
1. Optimize databases: Use efficient database designs and properly optimized SQL queries to ensure that your server doesn’t have to work more than it needs to.
1. Web Server Software: Use efficient web server software. Any software that has been poorly optimised or is not suitable for your particular use case can waste unnecessary resources.
Lastly, choosing a hosting provider that uses energy-efficient hardware and prioritizes eco-friendly practices can also contribute to overall energy efficiency.
