Installing RocketChat on a Ubuntu Dedicated Server

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• GAI: How to install rocketchat on a dedicated ubuntu server with no limitations

Installing Rocket.Chat on a dedicated Ubuntu server without limitations (meaning, full self-hosting with root access, no user-count restrictions, and full control over data) is best achieved by manual installation using Nginx as a reverse proxy. This method provides maximum performance and customization compared to snap or containerized deployments. The following guide uses MongoDB 6.0, Node.js, and Nginx on Ubuntu 22.04/24.04. 

Prerequisites

• A dedicated Ubuntu server (22.04 or 24.04 recommended).
• Root or sudo access.
• A domain name pointed to your server's IP address (e.g., chat.example.com). 

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• GAI: If I install rocketchat on a dedicated ubuntu server list the limitations of not registering

50 User Limit: Unregistered or unregistered-starter workspaces are generally restricted to a maximum of 50 users. If you exceed this limit, the workspace may become read-only.

• GAI: If I install a rocketchat on a dedicated ubuntu server will the force updates on me

If installed with snap pack yes.  if installed with docker no.

• GAI: does rocketchat installed on dedicated ubuntu server with snap package have limits?

For high traffic go with the Docker install method

• GAI: is rocketchat open source? can I modify the code?

Yes, Rocket.Chat is an open-source communication platform. Its source code is publicly available on GitHub, allowing organizations and developers to inspect, modify, and audit the code to meet their specific needs. 

• GAI: can rocketchat be forked to create a new project?

Yes, Rocket.Chat can be forked to create a new project. As a free and open-source team communication platform, its codebase is openly available on GitHub. 
Key points regarding forking and creating a new project with Rocket.Chat.  MIT license.

• GAI: What is the best rocketchat alternative clone that is truly open source with no limitations?

1. Mattermost (Best for Slack/Rocket.Chat Clone) 

Mattermost is widely regarded as the best self-hosted, open-source alternative for team collaboration, designed to mimic Slack's functionality while offering complete data control. 

• True Open Source: It offers a self-managed version (Team Edition) under an open-source license, allowing for unlimited users, messages, and integrations.
• Key Features: Organized conversations in channels, one-on-one/group messaging, searchable archives, file sharing, and webhooks.
• Why it's the best clone: It is designed for enterprise-grade security and self-hosting, providing a familiar UI for those switching from Rocket.Chat. 

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