Also, I understand that some major US providers block Skype, which means they'll probably block this as well.
Um, first time I've heard of this - which do?
The big problem here is the VPS user has no clue about his operating system, this will end in tears, most likely the hacker kind.
Yes the hacker will be laughing so hard when he finds this poor SOB's VPS he will be crying... doing stuff like this when you do not know what you are doing is just asking for trouble if you plan on using it in a production environment. Get a clue and get someone competent to run the system, don't try to do it on the cheap (or don't be surprised when you get owned).
Shrub tried to repeat his daddy's 'Mars Mission' publicity stunt, and with even less success.
OMG - that's the first time I've seen "Shrub" used in that context and I just lost my morning tea all over the desk because of you...well played, oh to have mod points today...
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