Dedicated Server Hosting
Dedicated Web Hosting Plans
In order for a web site to be accessible on the Internet, it needs to
exist on something called a "host," along with server software that runs
on the host. A host is basically a computer that uses some type of
operating system software such as Windows 2003, Unix, or Linux, as well
as HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP) server software such as Apache.
Web hosting plans are generally classified as "shared" or "dedicated." Shared hosting uses a single computer to host multiple websites; this type of web hosting is commonly used for small websites, startup sites, and sites with limited traffic. Dedicated hosting uses one computer to host a single website; dedicated servers are commonly used to host large websites and sites with high traffic volumes. Dedicated servers often feature redundant disk drives for more reliable performance.
The client with a dedicated hosting plan leases an entire server that he
doesn't share with anyone else. Hence the name "dedicated."
The client organization has somewhat more flexibility, because it has
full control over the server, including the type of hardware and the
operating system it chooses. If the client requires server
administration, the server hosting company can usually provide these
services for an additional charge. Which operating systems are
available? As mentioned before, the client can, in most cases, use
whichever operating system he wishes. Some of these are provided by
the hosting company free of charge, while others are provided at an
additional cost. Most dedicated hosting providers also offer one or
more control panel options, such as
cPanel,
DirectAdmin, or
Plesk.
In many cases, dedicated server hosting can offer the client less overhead and a larger return on investment than hosting a website in-house. Dedicated servers are often housed in large data centers which provide redundant backup power sources and industrial grade HVAC systems. A dedicated server, owned and managed by a web hosting service provider, is often more cost-effective than co-location hosting as well.
Dedicated Server Hosting Solutions
- HostRocket.Com
Learn about this New York-based company's dedicated server, reseller, and shared web hosting plans.
www.HostRocket.com - Jumpline.com
This Ohio-based firm features a range of scalable Virtual Dedicated Server (VDS) web hosting plans. Their Network Operations Center is located in Herndon, Virginia.
www.Jumpline.com - Westhost
This well-known Utah-based hosting company offers several managed dedicated server plans. Such plans are often more cost-effective than traditional unmanaged hosting.
www.Westhost.com - Superb Servers
Offers economical dedicated server solutions for most applications. Customize one of the base servers with your choice of operating system and choose from a range of hardware, network and software options.
www.SuperbHosting.net - ValueWeb
Features affordable dedicated server hosting plans for e-Commerce sites and database applications. Choose the support plan which best fits your needs.
www.ValueWeb.com - Rackspace
This Texas-based firm offers a wide range of managed, dedicated hosting solutions with a proactive service philosophy.
www.Rackspace.com - INetU
This Pennsylvania hosting firm offers Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Linux dedicated servers with quality customer support.
www.INetU.net
Dedicated Server Hosting Resources
- Web Host Directory
This searchable web hosting services directory discusses dedicated Linux and Windows hosting services.
www.WebHostDir.com - TopHosts.com
Guide to dedicated hosting offered by this popular hosting resource. Features a good review of dedicated server hosting, as compared to virtual hosting and co-location hosting.
www.TopHosts.com
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