> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://kb.rport.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://kb.rport.io/video-courses/installation-preparation.md).

# Installation Preparation

Before installing RPort Server, take five minutes to watch this video. Good preparation will save you a lot of time later.

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In this video you will get a recommendation for the best practises so that you can test RPort quickly and easily.

* We will compare a cloud installation with an on-premises installation.
* There will also be a discussion of the pros and cons of server installation on a dedicated virtual machine versus installation on a general purpose server.
* In addition, we will take a look at the disadvantages of a Docker installation.
* And finally, we are going to say a few words about reverse proxies.

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