VPS stands for Virtual Private Server and isa lower cost alternative to a full dedicated server. Using virtualization software one physical server is split into several virtual servers. This way you could have four VPS servers on one physical server. They split the CPU and memory and each get a share dedicated to just that VPS server.
The main advantage is that since the servers are virtual you have full control while being totally independent from the other virtual servers. Thus the other VPS accounts shouldn't be able to cause problems for your VPS. This is much better then shared or reseller hosting where any person on the server can cause you problems if they overload the CPU or memory.
Advantages of a VPS
Total control of your VPS.
Cheaper than a dedicated server.
Dedicated CPU/Memory so you always have a set amount for you.
Other people on the server can't cause problems for you.
You can usually find a VPS plan from a good host for around $40 to $60 a month. It has a lot better uptime when compared to shared hosting since other people can't cause problems and is way less expensive than a dedicated server. Highly recommended!
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Monday, April 30, 2007
What is a Server or Dedicated Server?
A server or dedicated server in the hosting industry refers tothe actual computer that is running your website. So if you are using shared web hosting you are sharing one server with a lot of other people. If you have your own dedicated server you have a computer that is located at the data center and you are the only one using it. A server is just like your computer at home except it is usually in a smaller case, has a much faster connection to the internet, and doesn't have some of the extras such as a powerful graphics card.
What is a Managed Dedicated Server?
A "managed" dedicated server refers to the level of serviceyou receive. A managed service means that your server will be operated by the company you bought it from. The level of this management depends on the company and they usually charge more for the more responsibilities they cover.
What Does This Management Include and Cost?
This would include things like keeping the operating system up to date, helping you with any problems you have, reconfiguring the software, and other server admin related activities. If you are new to hosting and need help running a server it is far better to get a managed server since the hosting company will take care of everything. Managed servers are more expensive than unmanaged servers for the obvious reason.
What Does This Management Include and Cost?
This would include things like keeping the operating system up to date, helping you with any problems you have, reconfiguring the software, and other server admin related activities. If you are new to hosting and need help running a server it is far better to get a managed server since the hosting company will take care of everything. Managed servers are more expensive than unmanaged servers for the obvious reason.
What is an Unmanaged Dedicated Server?
An unmanaged dedicated servers is a server thatis going to be maintained by you and the hosting company will not help you with it. They are responsible for the physical hardware but everything else is left to you. Unmanaged servers are great for people that have technical expertise but for someone new to configuring Apache it can be a disaster.
So Why Would You Get An Unmanaged Server?
Unmanaged servers are usually much cheaper than managed servers and its possible to hire a company to manage it for you if you are trying to save some money. Getting an unmanaged dedicated server and hiring a company to manage it can sometimes be cheaper than buying a managed server from the same hosting company.
So Why Would You Get An Unmanaged Server?
Unmanaged servers are usually much cheaper than managed servers and its possible to hire a company to manage it for you if you are trying to save some money. Getting an unmanaged dedicated server and hiring a company to manage it can sometimes be cheaper than buying a managed server from the same hosting company.
What Is Semi Dedicated Hosting?
Semi dedicated hosting is better than typical shared hosting but not quite a VPS or a dedicated server.There are usually a small amount of clients on one dedicated server. Some semi dedicated packages are a lot better than others but most range from 4 to 10 people per server. A semi dedicated is a good option if you have a busy site but don't want to splurge on a VPS or dedicated server.
Why Shared Web Hosting Sucks
Because anyone on your shared server can crash your website and cause it problems!Then you have to wait for your hosting company to fix the problem and ban the offending site or give them another shot. Plus this can happen at anytime as any site can get dugg or slashdotted and cause all the people on one server problems.
The Advantage of Shared Web Hosting?
Its cheap and for the vast majority of websites it will be fine. Most sites don't have to be online 24/7 and for under 10 dollars a month hosting has gotten very cheap. Save your money but just remember it will have some problems.
The Solution To Shard Hosting?
A VPS is a good start, it basically has software that splits up a server into individual emulated servers. In this environment the other sites are separate and can't affect you. A dedicated server is also an option as then you have an entire server for your site. If you can't afford either of those options just finding more expensive shared hosting that doesn't oversell as much will help. There are lots of shared hosts that are for programmers and they don't oversell as much.
The Advantage of Shared Web Hosting?
Its cheap and for the vast majority of websites it will be fine. Most sites don't have to be online 24/7 and for under 10 dollars a month hosting has gotten very cheap. Save your money but just remember it will have some problems.
The Solution To Shard Hosting?
A VPS is a good start, it basically has software that splits up a server into individual emulated servers. In this environment the other sites are separate and can't affect you. A dedicated server is also an option as then you have an entire server for your site. If you can't afford either of those options just finding more expensive shared hosting that doesn't oversell as much will help. There are lots of shared hosts that are for programmers and they don't oversell as much.
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