[ HELP ] Newbie as manag a server [ SOS ]

I'm a linux -cpanel - server manag newbie
and I just bought a dedicated server but i have no clue HOW/WHAT to use to control the server .. and blocking extra ports or turn of service(s) ..to secure my site and server .. or to prevent those from attacking my server/site
and i heard people talk about ssh but i don't know how to use it ... [ HELP ] Newbie as manag a server [ SOS ]
please can someone show me some basic stuff .. or where i can learn these stuff .. .. what/where i can get SSH .. something program or... and WHAT SHOULD I DO to prevent those trying to attack the server .. like blocking the ports or disable/turn off service(s )when needed ...how please help

really appreciate your time.
Minhy.

 

 

 

 

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