# Ubuntu Overview


[Ubuntu ↗](https://ubuntu.com/) is a popular Linux distribution based on Debian, widely used for servers, cloud computing, and containerized applications.

Ubuntu services in Zerops provide a flexible base environment for running applications built with technologies that aren't officially supported by Zerops, or for custom setups requiring full control over the runtime environment.

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Do you have any questions? Check the step-by-step tutorial, browse the documentation and join our **[Discord](https://discord.com/invite/WDvCZ54)** community to get help from our team and other members.
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## Feature Highlights

- [Create Ubuntu service](/ubuntu/how-to/create) — Start with creating an Ubuntu service using GUI or zCLI.
- [zerops.yaml](/ubuntu/how-to/build-pipeline#add-zeropsyaml-to-your-repository) — See a full example of zerops.yaml file to configure your own app.
- [Scaling configuration](/ubuntu/how-to/scaling) — Set up scaling of your Ubuntu service so that it runs smoothly while using only necessary resources.

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- [Customize build environment](/ubuntu/how-to/build-process#customize-build-environment)
- [Customize runtime environment](/ubuntu/how-to/customize-runtime)

## When in doubt, reach out

Don't know how to start or got stuck during the process? You might not be the first one, visit the FAQ section to find out.

In case you haven't found an answer (and also if you have), we and our community are looking forward to hearing from you on Discord.

Have you built something that others might find useful? Don't hesitate to share your knowledge!

- [FAQ](/ubuntu/faq) — Most common questions in one place.
- [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/WDvCZ54) — Join our core team and Zerops community on Discord. Ask questions and share your tips with other members.

## Popular Guides

- [zCLI](/references/cli) — Get even more out of Zerops with the zCLI command line tool.
- [Zerops VPN](/references/networking/vpn) — Connect to your services easily with Zerops VPN.