[rudra]

I hear that some people are still using Ubuntu 14.04 LTS on their VPS. This is to inform them , in case they dont already know it, about Ubuntu Advantage - ESM ( extended security maintenance ).

this is extended support for 14.04 lts that provides security updates essential to keep your system secure and stable.

You can use this service provided by Ubuntu on upto 3 machines for free in case it is personal use. (known community members their can use on upto 50 machines for free for personal use ).

What to do - steps

go to https://ubuntu.com/advantage 

login ( if you already have a ubuntu one account. it is free ) or register and then login. Now you will see a command with token like 'ua attach token'

you run that with sudo or on root account and your system will be configured automagically.

now check with 'ua status'

now update using apt-get as you normally do and profit !!!

NOTE: I am working on bringing Ubuntu OS upgrade without using control panel vnc / novnc. Hopefully I will succeed and then you will get to enjoy the latest LTS on your VPS. fingers crossed ...