How many Node.js apps can you run on a 2-core 1GB VPS with PM2? (The math)
The article discusses how many Node.js applications can be run on a 2-core 1GB VPS using PM2. It highlights that the actual available RAM for applications is around 790MB after accounting for the operating system and PM2's memory usage. The author provides insights into app capacity based on type and offers recommendations for optimal configurations.
- ▪The available RAM for applications on a 2-core 1GB VPS is approximately 790MB.
- ▪Different types of Node.js applications have varying memory requirements, affecting how many can be run simultaneously.
- ▪Creating a swap file is essential to prevent out-of-memory errors during high usage periods.
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