Why a VPS changes an agent’s behaviorAn agent like Hermes runs continuously, not just when you send a prompt. It handles scheduled tasks, keeps memory across sessions, maintains messaging gateways, and sometimes runs its own tools for browsing or code execution. NVMe storage, which keeps memory reads and skill loading fast as the data grows. The takeawaySelf-hosting an AI agent gives you control over your data, but control is only worth having if the foundation is solid. A VPS with dedicated resources and good isolation keeps the agent fast and keeps your keys and memory genuinely private.