[tshtf]

We use KVM and ECC RAM. And yes, you can install and run your own kernel. =]

Really?

I opened ticket 4740 and got the following response:

  We currently do not offer a way to update or change the server kernel.

  We often build up our features based on user requests. You can submit and 

  vote for features you would like to here:

  http://digitalocean.uservoice.com/forums/136585-digital-ocean

  Thanks, 
 
  Etel