Website Hosting and Host Options There are literally thousands of companies offering website hosting packages and domain registering services - All with a thousand and one different options. Choosing a website host/website hosting package and choosing a domain name are probably the two most confusing things when starting your own website. Your type of website will have a great impact on your choice of website host as the requirements for a personal website are considerably different form a business site. When it comes to hosting your Website there are three main choices (in order of popularity): 1. Shared Hosted server - The Most common solution This is the least expensive option and the most widely used for personal websites and small to medium size businesses. There are two types available: Free web hosting is not recommended for commercial websites and is discussed more fully in the free hosting section. This is typically the choice of a small to mid-sized business offering clients the ability to host their Website with their own domain name on a powerful, professionally managed server at a low monthly cost. The most characteristic feature of shared /virtual Web hosting is that services are usually bundled into packages. The actual Web services offered by the providers, and their prices, differ greatly and you should understand what you want from your website and compare several providers before choosing. The object is not to choose the cheapest or the one with the most features but the one you need and is this is examined in more detail in choosing a web host or package. You should also remember that if you want to host several websites it is possible to use a single account using Multiple Domain Hosting providing your hosting provider support it. 2. Dedicated Server Provided by a Hosting Provider This is the second most expensive option and is for organisations who have many Website visitors and/or have special requirements like customized scripts and applications. The server software and hardware is maintained by the provider but you have full access to the server including your own scripts directory. 3.Your Own Server This is the most expensive option as you need to buy and maintain your own hardware and software and also be permanently connected to the internet. This option is used by large organisations and organizations that have there own technical personnel. Speciality Website Hosting Packages If you require a website for some special function then you may find it better to go to a hosting provider that specialises in that area. Very common ones are wedding websites and Adult websites. Related articles and Resources:
Sunday, December 23, 2007
Website Hosting and Host Options
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