The only web hosting service capable of offering power and performance at a high level is a dedicated server and although the most expensive form of web hosting available, for businesses that rely on their website and email services to provide them with a way to communicate with their customers and to promote themselves then the cost is easily justified. A dedicated server is the only form of physical web hosting available from any web hosting company because all other forms of web hosting are virtual to some extent; although this is the main reason for the high price tag, it does mean that you are able to extend the resources of a dedicated server to greater heights to achieve the dedicated hosting environment that you require. If you wish to make the most of a dedicated server then it is important for you to guarantee that your server will be managed properly; if you are an experienced dedicated server user then this means choosing the operating system that you are familiar with to ensure that you won’t face any management issues, or if you lack the skills required to manage a server properly then you can consider fully managed dedicated server hosting.
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Dedicated Server Hosting Service
Sunday, January 23rd, 2011Linux Dedicated Server
Thursday, October 7th, 2010An alternative to Windows dedicated server hosting is Linux dedicated server hosting, and for those that don’t have a specific need for Windows hosting, a Linux server will be ideal and will also allow you to save money. Linux is an open source operating system meaning that you won’t have to pay to use it, and along with this you will also find that there are many different versions of Linux, or distributions, to choose from with each being designed for a sole purpose. Linux will allow you to make the most of your dedicated server as it is relatively light on your server’s resources which will allow you to run the applications that you need without compromising your server’s stability. When choosing a Linux dedicated server, you will be able to configure your dedicated server using a variety of options as any good web hosting company will let you have the hardware you require in your dedicated server; however, the addition of extra hardware will up the cost for both the hardware as well as any setup fees that may be in place. The price of Linux server hosting is helped further by the fact that a majority of the applications available for Linux are also open source.
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Choosing a Dedicated Server
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010A dedicated server is the most expensive form of web hosting that you can purchase and because of this it is important for you to make sure that you choose the right dedicated server for your requirements. There are many different factors that you should consider in a dedicated server if you wish to make the right choice, including all of the separate pieces of hardware that will form your dedicated server. As well as the factors related to the dedicated server itself, you will also need to consider the web hosting provider that you are going to use for your dedicated server hosting services; your choice of web hosting provider will affect how much you pay for your dedicated server, the product/service you receive and the level of uptime that you are provided with.
What are the physical factors that I should consider in a dedicated server?
There are several different hardware factors that will form the centre of any dedicated server hosting service that you may be looking at using. The physical factors that you should consider include:
- CPU (central processing unit) – the CPU at the centre of your dedicated server is responsible for handling all of the applications and services that you have running on your dedicated server – most web hosting providers offer dedicated servers that use a wide variety of CPUs with dual core and quad core CPUs being the most effective and popular since they allow for a large number of applications to run at once, furthermore multi-core applications and services will also make good use of multi-core CPUs in order to deliver the highest level of performance – each CPU core is equal to an entirely separate CPU with each core running at the same clock speed
- RAM (random access memory) – the amount of RAM that you have installed in your dedicated server will also affect how many applications you are able to run at once since all applications and services will require access to memory in your server at some point – the standard amount of memory found in dedicated servers these days is around 2GB and this is sufficient for the requirements of most users and when coupled with a powerful CPU this will allow the server to host a large number of websites – the busier your website is going to be, the bigger the amount of RAM you will want to have installed in your dedicated server
- Hard disk space – as a dedicated server is a physical form of web hosting, you will be able to make full use of your own physical hard drive that will be installed in your dedicated server – depending on the type of configuration that you require you may have more than one hard drive installed in your dedicated server, for example if you require a large amount of storage space then more than a single drive may be required, and similarly if you are going to be using a RAID setup to help protect the data stored on your server then you will require a minimum of two hard drives regardless of the RAID configuration that you choose to go for.
The physical factors of a dedicated server are common to all dedicated server hosting services, regardless of the web hosting provider that you choose to use or the specification of the dedicated server that you purchase.
What are the external factors that could affect my dedicated server?
There are several different factors that could affect your dedicated server and it is important for you to consider these since you think you may be purchasing a decent server only to find that it is unavailable on a regular basis. The external factors include but are not limited to:
- Network – the network that your dedicated server is hosted on can play a huge role in the availability of your dedicated server as if the network is down, your dedicated server won’t be accessible externally – most web hosting providers have reliable internal networks that peer with multiple external connection providers which will provide you with a fast connection to your dedicated server from any computer in any part of the world
- Power – the power supply that provides your dedicated server with the power that it requires to run can also have an affect on your dedicated server since if your dedicated server loses power, it won’t be accessible in any way – however, most data centres will have employed multiple back-up power supplies to help ensure that if the main power line does go out, there will always be at least one other source available to keep the servers hosted in that data centre running.
In conclusion, choosing a dedicated server is a task that can be made simpler if you know what you need to look for in a dedicated server. Dedicated server hosting is available from most web hosting providers and some of the larger web hosting companies should be able to provide you with assistance when it comes to choosing a dedicated server if you inform them of what your requirements are.
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Linux Web Hosting
Thursday, March 18th, 2010The most basic form of web hosting offered by most web hosting providers is going to be Linux shared web hosting services, and even then web hosting providers offer Linux distributions as an optional web hosting platform with most other forms of web hosting. Linux is seen as the most secure and most reliable web hosting platform available and will allow you to host a large number of websites on a low to mid-specification server without having to worry about the uptime or stability of either the server or the websites. Linux web hosting services are very cheap and can offer you many benefits; Linux can be used on VPS servers and dedicated servers meaning that if you are looking for a low-cost dedicated web hosting service, you should consider using the Linux operating system over a version of the Windows operating system.
What are the advantages of using Linux web hosting?
There can be many advantages to using Linux web hosting, although this will depend on exactly what your requirements are and what you are plan on using your Linux web hosting service for. Some of the main advantages of using Linux web hosting services include:
- Cost – the price of most Linux web hosting services is the main attraction for mot since they are able to offer excellent value for money and Linux shared web hosting packages are ideal for those who are after web hosting on a shoestring budget – the main reason for Linux web hosting services being so cheap is the fact that web hosting providers don’t have to pay for the Linux operating system as it is open source and therefore free to use – all Linux web hosting services can be found for a very low price regardless of whether you are looking for a shared web hosting package or a dedicated server, but at the end of the day you do need to consider that the prices of web hosting services will go up with the higher the form of web hosting you choose to use
- Security – a Linux web hosting environment will be able to offer you a higher level of security than a Windows web hosting environment and this is one of the reasons why most people tend to consider Linux web hosting services over Windows web hosting services – there are many security measures that can be taken on Linux servers to help ensure the security of both the server and the websites that the server is hosting with most tools allowing you to stop attacks that are aimed directly at the server as well as any that may be attempted through hosted websites that have been coded insecurely – however, these applications and modules need to be installed and configured correctly if they are going to be of any use which means that if you choose a Linux VPS server or Linux dedicated server, experience with server management would be ideal
- Reliability – the reliability of a web hosting service is an important factor for businesses these days as they want to be sure that their website will always be available to use when it needs to be – Linux is probably the most reliable server operating system available as the operating system itself and most of the applications available make good use of the server’s resources – open source operating systems and applications can also have their core modified so that they are optimized to make more effective use of the resources that they have available, leaving some available for when the server suffers load spikes.
The advantages of Linux web hosting show that a Linux web hosting package will be able to meet the needs of most users, but it is important to consider that Windows web developers will only be able to use Windows web hosting services therefore meaning if your website has been developed using Microsoft technologies, you shouldn’t consider Linux web hosting.
What are the disadvantages of using Linux web hosting?
There can also be disadvantages to be aware of when considering Linux web hosting, although the low cost means that they are unlikely to impact you greatly if you are using a Linux shared web hosting package. The main disadvantages that you could face when using a Linux web hosting service include:
- Microsoft services support – a Linux web hosting server will not be able to support popular Microsoft technologies such as classic ASP and ASP.NET, nor will you be able to host databases that have been created in Microsoft Access or Microsoft SQL Server – as both ASP scripting frameworks and Microsoft database systems have commercial value, websites that have been developed using either will only function correctly on Windows web hosting servers and this can be an added cost since Windows web hosting services are generally more expensive than Linux web hosting services – if any Linux web hosting service claims to support any of the aforementioned technologies then the chances are that the support offered is either very limited or it is just a selling gimmick
- Security restrictions – in some situations, the security measures that are put in place by web hosting providers actually have a negative impact and instead affect the performance of the websites that are hosted on the server concerned – if you find that the security restrictions put in place by your web hosting provider affect the performance of your website then you may wish to consider another web hosting provider for your requirements since in most situations web hosting providers are unwilling to back down over the security measures that they implement.
In conclusion, Linux web hosting can be highly effective for those who are on a budget but wish to be able to make the most of what web hosting has to offer. You can purchase anything all the way from a Linux shared hosting service all the way up to a Linux dedicated server meaning that whatever your level of requirement may be, there will be a Linux web hosting service available for you.
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Linux Server Hosting
Thursday, February 11th, 2010VPS servers and dedicated servers that have Linux installed are available from many web hosting providers as Linux is a popular option for those who are on a low budget and require the biggest bang for the buck from their dedicated hosting service. Linux server hosting is a good place to start if you are going to be using a VPS server or dedicated server for the first time since Linux servers can be fairly easy to manage. Linux servers have also been proven to be much more reliable and secure than Windows web hosting servers meaning that for a much lower price you will get a web hosting environment that will provide you with far less worry than a Windows server would.
What does the term ‘Linux server hosting’ refer to specifically?
Linux server hosting is a term that generally covers the two following forms of web hosting:
- Linux VPS server hosting – Linux VPS servers are the cheapest option for those who require low-cost Linux server hosting – you are provided with the same advantages of a Linux dedicated server to a good extent, just for a lower cost
- Linux dedicated server hosting – a Linux dedicated server will provide you with levels of security and reliability that aren’t achievable with any other forms of Linux web hosting – on top of this you will also be offered your own physical server meaning that you won’t have to share any of your resources with anyone else.
What are the advantages of using Linux server hosting?
Linux server hosting can provide businesses and individuals who require powerful web hosting services with a secure web hosting environment capable of effectively meeting their requirements within their budget. The main advantages of Linux server hosting include:
- Cost effective – Linux VPS servers and Linux dedicated servers are usually very cost effective since they can provide you with good resource assignments for a relatively low amount of money – the fact that Linux is an open source operating system means that it is free to use and can help you to save on certain costs, and most of the system applications that you are likely to be using daily such as PHP and MySQL Server are also open source
- Flexible hosting environment – Linux servers are much more flexible and easier to manage than Windows servers meaning that you can easily create a web hosting environment that will function precisely in the way that you want it to – the open source nature of Linux and many of the applications available for the platform means that you can edit the source code of a particular application or part of the operating system so that it runs exactly how you want it to meaning that you can tweak performance if you wish to
- Resource usage – Linux distributions are generally much more aware of the resources allocated to the server that they are installed on at the time meaning that they use them much more effectively – this is going to be of benefit to you if you have a low specification Linux VPS server or Linux dedicated server because it will mean that you have more resources free to use, but if you have a high specification Linux VPS server or dedicated server then the chances are that you are going to have plenty of spare resources anyway.
What are the disadvantages of Linux server hosting?
You are going to be paying a considerable amount of money for any VPS server or dedicated server regardless of the operating system that you are going to use meaning that it is important for you to be aware of the disadvantages of your chosen hosting platform. The main disadvantages of using Linux include:
- Management – a Linux server may prove to be hard to manage if you aren’t familiar with command line interfaces since for most the only way to manage a Linux server is going to be via SSH – if you feel that managing your Linux VPS server or Linux dedicated server is going to cause problems then you can always consider managed server hosting
- Compatibility issues – if you are planning on using a Linux server for the hosting of classic ASP or ASP.NET based web pages then you may wish to reconsider your decision since scripts and web pages created using either will only function correctly in Windows web hosting environments.
In conclusion, Linux server hosting can provide businesses and individuals with a low cost and highly effective form of web hosting. Linux servers are best used for the hosting of PHP and MySQL based websites since both applications function best on Linux servers; however, other applications available for Linux VPS servers and Linux dedicated servers include the popular cPanel control panel which will allow you to offer your own web hosting services.
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Dedicated Server
Friday, January 1st, 2010A dedicated server is the most advance form of web hosting available but at the same time a dedicated server is the one form of web hosting that will be able to provide you with the most noticeable benefits. A dedicated server can be purchased from a large number of web hosting providers meaning that there is a wide variety of choice available when it comes to choosing a dedicated server that will suit your requirements. As is the case with most forms of web hosting you are given the choice between Windows dedicated servers and Linux dedicated servers; this allows businesses to choose a dedicated server that will be able to meet the needs to a high level for a long time to come.
Why should I consider a dedicated server over a VPS server?
A dedicated server will be able to offer you a wide variety of advantages over a VPS server, and it is important to take note of these advantages to ensure that you make the right choice over which web hosting service is going to be most beneficial to your requirements. You should consider a dedicated server over a VPS server for the following reasons:
- Physical hosting – a dedicated server is the only form of physical web hosting available for purchase by general consumers, but this does provide you with the benefit of knowing that you aren’t sharing your server with anyone else to any degree – although this is one of the main reasons for dedicated server being as expensive as it is, being able to use all of your allocated resources without having to worry about other users affecting you can be worth that investment for some
- Larger resource assignments – a dedicated server will be able to offer you much greater resource assignments than a VPS server will ever be able to offer meaning that if your requirements dictate that you require a large assignment of a particular resource then you may wish to consider dedicated server hosting for your requirements – the main reason for this is that the resources that a dedicated server provides you with are physical rather than virtual
- Greater levels of uptime and security – a dedicated server will be able to offer you a greater level of uptime than a VPS server since you won’t have to worry about anyone else affecting the reliability of your web hosting service – the same can be said for the security of your dedicated server since the physical nature of dedicated server hosting allows you to make use of more advance web hosting add-ons such as a physical firewall.
A dedicated server can offer you many advantages over a VPS server which can be beneficial to you if you are a business looking to make the most of your investment in your chosen form of web hosting.
What are the disadvantages of using a dedicated server?
Taking on a dedicated server can be a big task for businesses and individuals alike; therefore it is important for you to be aware of the disadvantages of using a dedicated server so that you can make an informed decision on whether a dedicated server will be able to benefit you. The main disadvantages of using a dedicated server that you could experience may include:
- Cost – a dedicated server can cost a lot of money due to the fact that it is the only physical form of web hosting available and this can be the one factor that puts people off from using dedicated server hosting
- Server management – the management of a dedicated server can be off-putting for some people due to the fact that you need to have a certain level of skill if you wish to be sure that you will be able to manage your dedicated server properly.
The disadvantages of using a dedicated server are unlikely to affect you if a dedicated server is going to be the most beneficial form of web hosting for your requirements.
In conclusion, a dedicated server can provide you with your own physical hosting environment that you won’t have to share with anyone else unless you wish to. A dedicated server will also be able to provide you with a greater level of flexibility since you will be provided with full control of your dedicated server.
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Dedicated Server Hosting
Sunday, December 20th, 2009Dedicated server hosting is one of the most advanced forms of web hosting available to consumers, but dedicated server hosting is more ideal for businesses who have a distinct need for their own independent and reliable web hosting environment. Dedicated server hosting is the only form of web hosting available which will provide you with your own physical hosting server; this means that dedicated server hosting can provide you with a hosting environment in which nothing is shared with anyone else meaning that you have sole use of the resources that you have purchased for your dedicated server.
How can dedicated server hosting benefit me?
Dedicated server hosting is only going to be able to offer you noticeable benefits if you have the budget to cover the cost of a mid to high end dedicated server. However, any dedicated server hosting service should be able to offer you the following benefits:
- Reliability – since you aren’t going to be sharing your server’s resources with any other users you can come to expect a high level of reliability from your dedicated server regardless of the specifications of your server – however, you need to ensure that what you are using your dedicated server for isn’t going to be beyond what it can handle since overloading your dedicated server could cause it to crash
- Security – as you are provided with your own dedicated hosting environment, you are able to install any applications of your choice or make changes as you see fit on your dedicated server – along with this comes the ability to secure your dedicated server to a standard that suits your requirements, but in any situation it is a good idea to secure your dedicated server to the highest level possible to prevent hackers gaining access to your dedicated server
- Dedicated hosting environment – the dedicated hosting environment that you are provided with is probably one of the major advantages of using a dedicated server since it allows you to install any applications of your choice on your dedicated server – this effectively means that you can use your dedicated server for any purpose which you may see as necessary for your dedicated server.
Dedicated servers can benefit more or less anyone but as an individual it is important for you to evaluate your requirements beforehand since you need to consider the amount of money that you are putting forward for your dedicated server.
What are the disadvantages of using dedicated server hosting?
As with all forms of web hosting, there are going to be disadvantages to using dedicated server hosting services; the disadvantages of dedicated server hosting include but are not limited to:
- Price – dedicated server hosting isn’t the cheapest form of web hosting available meaning that you should only consider a dedicated server if you are sure that you will be able to afford it and can justify the cost – the amount which you pay for your dedicated server will depend on the specification of your dedicated server meaning that a low specification dedicated server will be cheaper than a high specification dedicated server
- Management – dedicated servers require a certain level of skill on the half of the administrator if they are to be managed correctly, regardless of the operating system that you have installed on your dedicated server – if you aren’t able to manage your server properly then you run the risk of damaging it beyond repair when carrying out certain tasks so because of this it is important for you to consider managed dedicated server hosting if you aren’t able to manage your dedicated server properly.
The disadvantages of using dedicated server hosting are unlikely to affect you if dedicated server hosting is the right form of web hosting for you, and the thing to consider is that it is important for you to have done your own research beforehand to make sure that you have chosen the right form of web hosting for your
requirements.
In conclusion, you should consider a dedicated server for your requirements if you feel that you require a form of web hosting with which you won’t have to share any of your assigned resources with anyone else in any way. By having a dedicated server you are isolating your hosting environment completely which can provide massive security and reliability benefits to businesses who will be able to exploit such benefits to their full potential.
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Linux Hosting
Sunday, December 20th, 2009Linux hosting services are the most common and popular web hosting services available from most web hosting providers. Linux web hosting packages are generally the cheapest available in most situations, and this helps to make Linux hosting services popular with beginners and those who are looking for web hosting on a budget. Linux web hosting services are usually able to meet the requirements of most users, although in some cases you may need to consider Windows hosting if you have more complex web hosting requirements.
Linux is available with all forms of web hosting that are available, and Linux shared hosting packages are regarded as the most cost effective web hosting solutions available. If you are going to be considering a VPS server or dedicated server then you may be interested in the different distributions of Linux that are available; most versions (or ‘distributions’) of Linux are designed for a specific purpose, and you may find that there is one Linux distribution which is able to meet your requirements much more effectively than any others that are available.
What are the advantages of using Linux hosting?
There can be many advantages to using a Linux hosting service, regardless of whether you are a business or individual requiring web hosting. You will find that the main advantages of using a Linux hosting service include:
- Cost – Linux hosting packages are generally at the cheaper end of the spectrum, but this does mean that most Linux web hosting packages can offer excellent value for money if you purchase your web hosting services from a reputable web hosting provider
- Reliable web hosting – Linux hosting services are well known for being highly reliable and in an age where businesses in particular are taking the reliability of a web hosting package seriously it is important for web hosting providers to be able to guarantee high levels of uptime
- Secure hosting environment – Linux web hosting servers are able to offer one of the most secure web hosting environments available, and if you are going to be handling the personal information of your visitors or customers in any way then it is important that you are able to guarantee them a secure web hosting environment.
In summary, the advantages of using Linux hosting services mean that a Linux web hosting package is able to offer businesses the web hosting environment that they require in order to engage visitor and customer trust, whilst individuals are provided with a web hosting service which will be easy for them to use.
How can a Linux web hosting package benefit me?
A Linux web hosting package will be able to benefit you in many ways, especially if you have never used a web hosting package before and are using your Linux web hosting service for the first time. For most users, a Linux web hosting package will be able to benefit them in the following ways:
- cPanel hosting – if you choose a Linux web hosting package then the likelihood is that you will be provided with access to the cPanel control panel so that you are able to effectively manage your web hosting account – cPanel web hosting services are amongst the most popular available
- PHP web hosting – Linux web hosting packages offer you the best hosting environment if you wish to host a website which has been developed using a combination of MySQL and PHP to create a dynamic web application.
The features of your average Linux web hosting package help to ensure that you will be able to make the most of your Linux web hosting service. The features that are available with your chosen Linux web hosting service are entirely dependent on the form of web hosting that you are considering for your requirements as well as your chosen web hosting provider.
In conclusion, Linux hosting services are recommended if you require a basic web hosting package and have no need for a more complex Windows web hosting package. Linux hosting services are available from most web hosting providers which helps to ensure competition and therefore low pricing; however, it is important for you to make sure that you purchase your web hosting services from a hosting provider that can offer you reliable web hosting so that you can be sure that you are receiving good value for money.