How to Create a Virtual Machine (VM) on Google Cloud Platform [GCP] (2025)

How to Create a Virtual Machine on Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Introduction
This guide walks you through setting up a Virtual Machine (VM) on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using Compute Engine. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, this step-by-step tutorial will help you deploy a VM efficiently.

Why Use GCP for Virtual Machines?
GCP offers scalability, flexibility, and cost efficiency for running VMs. Key benefits include:

Customizable Resources – Adjust CPU, RAM, and storage based on needs.
Diverse OS Support – Linux, Windows, and more.
Secure & Scalable Networking – Configure VPCs, firewall rules, and static IPs.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Sign In to Google Cloud Console
Visit Google Cloud Console.
Log in with your Google account.
New users can activate free trial credits.
2. Create a New Project
In the Cloud Console, click the project dropdown menu.
Select New Project, name it, and wait for initialization.
3. Enable Compute Engine API
Navigate to APIs & Services → Library.
Search for Compute Engine API and enable it.
4. Create a Virtual Machine Instance
Go to Compute Engine → VM Instances.
Click Create Instance.
5. Configure Your VM
Name – Give your VM a unique name.
Region & Zone – Select based on latency and compliance needs.
Machine Type – Choose CPU and RAM configuration (e.g., e2-medium).
Boot Disk – Select an OS (Debian, Ubuntu, Windows, etc.).
Networking – Configure firewall, assign a static IP, and set up VPCs.
6. Enable Firewall Rules
Check Allow HTTP traffic and Allow HTTPS traffic for web access.
7. Deploy Your VM
Click Create and wait for provisioning.
8. Access Your VM
Once the VM is ready, access it via:
Cloud Console SSH button (Browser-based).
gcloud CLI or PuTTY (Local terminal access).
Best Practices & Additional Tips
Monitor Costs – Set up billing alerts.
Backups – Use snapshots for data protection.
Scaling – Implement autoscaling for efficiency.
Security – Use IAM roles and strict firewall rules.
Conclusion
With this guide, you can successfully create and manage a Virtual Machine on Google Cloud Platform. This process is ideal for web hosting, backend services, and cloud-based workloads.

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