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How to Decide Between a Shared and Dedicated Hosting
One of the most important decisions you have to make if you want to expand your business into the World Wide Web is choosing the right web hosting for your Web site.
This doesn’t just involve picking the right company, though. You’ll also have to be able to decide whether you’ll get a shared hosting or dedicated hosting.
A Quick Introduction
Before we talk about the pros and cons of each of these, let me define web hosting first. You cannot go on the Internet without paying for the services of a web hosting firm. These people are like landlords. They own servers, which they lease out to clients, or tenants, who are willing to pay for the available space on the servers.
Now, moving on with this analogy, we can describe shared hosting and dedicated hosting like renting an apartment and owning a house.
A shared hosting is like…
Choosing a shared hosting is just like renting an apartment and sharing it with other people. You share the same basic resources—space, electricity, water, appliances, etc. This translates to sharing the same bandwidth, processor, web space, memory, and the like. Some people call shared hosting virtual hosting. I’m gonna use these two terms here interchangeably.
A dedicated hosting is like…
With dedicated hosting, you have your own web server to yourself. It’s just like owning your own house and enjoying your own resources without other people squeezing in to get some of their own. And just like owning a house, its way more expensive than virtual hosting.
The Imperfect Beauty of Sharing
While on the surface, getting a dedicated hosting is better than sharing a server, there is a single, very compelling advantage of virtual hosting—the price. These days, you can
But that’s another story. Today, we’re talking about shared and dedicated hosting.
Beside this extremely low price, though, are some glitches that usually go with shared servers. I’ll give you a quick once-over.
Possibility of getting banned from the search engines If you’re sharing a web server with several other Web sites, it means you’re also sharing the same IP address. At least, that’s what usually happens. If you happened to share the same address with a spam site and the search engines find out about this particular spam site and ban it, you’re doomed because they’re gonna ban you too. Yep, even if you’re not the spam site. There are some companies, though, that have different IP addresses for different sites on the same servers, so try getting that one if you want to have virtual hosting.
Slower server response If you share the same apartment with different people and you only have one bathroom, then it’s most likely that most mornings you have to line up outside the bathroom before you can use it. That’s what happens with a shared hosting. You need to wait in line before your request is served. So, for example, if someone is looking at your site and they want to view your products, but it takes your Web site forever to load because the server is busy serving up the requests on other Web site, that person might just get fed up and leave your site.
Compromised security Even if you’re behaving well and not tinkering with the sensitive components of the system, if you’re neighbor starts roughing it up, everyone is affected, including you. Especially you. This leads to errors and server crashes and, generally, pandemonium on the system.
The Advantages of Stay-On-Your-Own
You must have figured out by now the pros of having your own dedicated server, but we’ll talk them over nonetheless.
Better Performance This one’s a piece of cake to work out. Since there’s no one else needing to be served, you have all the resources to yourself. It’s like being able to go to the bathroom whenever you need to, without waiting for others in line to finish up. Users browsing your Web site have a more pleasant experience because they have to wait less for pages and images to load.
Better Security Common sense has it that a dedicated hosting poses lesser risks for system crashes. If that happens, you have no one else to blame but yourself.
Unlimited Bandwidth Let’s face it folks. Paying more means you get more. If you pay a lot to get your own hosting, then you must have a lot to put up on your own Web site. So that means companies will provide you with practically endless bandwidth to put up your pages, images, videos, forums, blogs, etc.
More Customization You can choose and install whatever software or hardware you want to use on your server. That means you can design your Web site any way you want and provide the most unique experience for your viewers. That means a lot when you’re marketing a business and want your product to stay on top of you customer’s minds.
Wrapping Things Up
Weighing the pros and cons of shared hosting and dedicated hosting isn’t enough, though. It seems like dedicated hosting sounds far better than shared hosting, but most companies have solutions that address the problems of shared hosting. If this is your first time to get your own Web site — I assume it is because what are you reading this for if you’ve already had experience with web hosting companies? — then you might want to try out a shared hosting first*. See if you can build up traffic first and if you will want to expand your site’s features for better viewer experience. Then you can get your own dedicated server.
* In case you need help, check out my
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An Illustrated Guide To Web Hosting – Shared vs Virtual vs Dedicated vs Cloud Hosting
Unsure which type of hosting you need for your website? This article will help you understand the differences between shared hosting, virtual private servers, dedicated servers, and cloud hosting, so you can choose the right type for your website.
The Basics of Web Hosting
First, let’s go over the basics. A website is a set of files (or data in a database) that is accessible via the internet. Web hosting is a service that lets you store your website on a computer (called a server) that is available 24/7 so visitors can view your website at any time.
There are four main types of web hosting readily available to host your website:
- Shared Hosting (this is what the majority of web hosting accounts are)
- Virtual Private Server
- Dedicated Server
- Cloud Hosting
Each of these types of hosting is suited for a different set of requirements, but unless you are familiar with how each type works, you may find it difficult to choose the best option for your needs. This visual guide will help you understand how each type works and which may be best for your website.
Shared Hosting
This is the most common and inexpensive type of web hosting. It is suitable for most small to medium websites.
How It Works: Multiple websites are stored on the same server.
What It Offers: Low cost, all the features most sites need.
Disadvantages: No root access (required to change server settings and install some software), limited ability to handle high traffic levels or spikes, your site performance can be affected by other sites on the server.
Best For: Most websites with moderate traffic levels running standard software.
Virtual Private Server
A virtual private server, or VPS, offers some of the advantages of a dedicated server, but at a lower price.
How It Works: Multiple websites (although typically far fewer than with a shared hosting server)are stored on the same server, but each is contained within a separate virtual “container”.
What It Offers: Reasonable cost, root access (required to change server settings and install some software), full features.
Disadvantages: Limited ability to handle high traffic levels or spikes, your site performance can still be somewhat affected by other sites on the server.
Best For: Websites that need greater control at the server level, but don’t want to invest in a dedicated server.
Dedicated Server
A dedicated server offers the maximum control over the web server your website is stored on.
How It Works: You exclusively rent an entire server. Your website(s) is the only website stored on the server.
What It Offers: Root access (required to change server settings and install some software), total control over the server.
Disadvantages: Higher cost, slightly limited ability to handle high traffic levels or spikes (you would have to upgrade the server hardware to increase capability).
Best For: Websites that need the greatest control at the server level, or who need greater server performance.
Cloud Hosting
Cloud hosting offers nearly unlimited ability to handle high traffic or traffic spikes.
How It Works: A team of servers (called a cloud) work together to host a group of websites. This allows multiple computers to work together to handle high traffic levels or spikes for any particular website.
What It Offers: Nearly unlimited ability to handle traffic spikes, all the features most sites need.
Disadvantages: Many cloud hosting setups do not offer root access (required to change server settings and install some software), higher cost.
Best For: Websites that need the flexibility to handle traffic spikes.
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Basic Guide On Dedicated Hosting
Readers that want complete control of their web hosting environment often decide to purchase a dedicated server for their web hosting needs. As my last written
Introduction: The Basics Of Dedicated Hosting
Unlike shared servers in which one computer is shared among several clients, a dedicated server provides a customer with their own computer that is managed by the
While dedicated servers provide additional flexibility, privacy and the ability to run any application or operating system, this freedom comes with additional responsibility. Many companies choose to lease a dedicated server to house different aspects of a companies business. For instance, one server may be used solely for email, another for databases and a third for actual website content. The actual hardware for the server is stored in a data center that gives the hosting company easy access to monitor the health of the hardware and swap any parts as needed. While the hosting company takes care of any hardware related issues, it is generally acknowledged that the customer must take care of all but the initial installations and software optimizations.
Most customers opt to install a control panel to make it easier to administer the dedicated server. The most commonly used administration tools are CPanel and WHM. CPanel makes it possible to upload files to a Linux based system, create backups, install software applications and monitor hardware usage. WHM is the container for CPanel and makes it possible to protect the server against hackers, viruses, rootkits and other security risks.
Security: Protecting Visitors and Content
Administrators for dedicated servers are tasked with several responsibilities. They must set up and manage the software firewall, test for rootkits and install the necessary software, and understand what programs cause security vulnerabilities within the server environment. Administers must also be knowledgeable in how to detect brute force attacks and other malicious attacks used by hackers. Additionally, an administer should know how to mask the operating system and other identifying information that might be used by a hacker to find weaknesses in the security of the website.
Securing the website is crucial to protect sensitive visitor information and prevent the website from getting blacklisted in search engine results. Websites that are known to distribute malware, even if it is through no fault of their own are often penalized and in some cases completely removed from search results. For a website that relies upon search engine results to find content, this penalty is extreme and can destroy an otherwise successful business.
Managed or Unmanaged Servers: When to Hire Help
Luckily, there is help for the webmaster that knows how to design and program an effective website but doesn’t know how to manage or ensure that software installations are up-to-date. For users that need the flexibility and freedom to run a wider range of applications but don’t have the skills necessary to protect the website, many hosting providers offer managed severs. A managed server is professionally setup and maintained to ensure that the website remains safe and protected from threats. If something does threaten the server, skilled technicians can combat and protect the server from harm.
Unmanaged servers leave all of the daily cron jobs and scheduled tasks to the customer to set up and regulate. Little help is provided when things go wrong. Although, many hosting companies will help a new customer setup the initial account, if something goes awry, they are expected to have the knowledge to correct issues on their own. The customer is often responsible for several aspects of managing a server, including updating the operating system, applying patches and ensuring that the security of the system is up-to-date and complete.
Managed servers operate much more like a shared server in regards to security and software updates. On a shared server, the client never has to worry about installing updates for the operating system, applying patches, plugging security holes and monitoring traffic. The same is true for a managed server. Web hosting companies generally provide managed servers for an additional fee. The convenience of relegating the management of the server to the hosting company makes this an ideal solution for website designers and owners that have little experience with managing a server.
Hardware Options: Determining Required Resources
When purchasing a dedicated server it is essential to know precisely how much memory, hard disk space, bandwidth and CPU power is needed. Also, users must know what type of operating system works best for their needs. For a website that just has simple text and image based content, then it won’t be necessary to have large computing resources. For customers that are running large content management systems such as Joomla or educational systems such as Moodle, it is crucial to take into account available RAM, CPU and disk space requirements. When an application exceeds the allowable resources, the server may crash and need a manual reboot to continue serving pages to visitors.
Operating System
The operating system determines what applications can run on the computer. Consider the difference between an Apple and Windows computer. Both systems can run software, but the software has to be specific to the operating system. For instance, an application written for a Linux computer can’t run on a Windows computer. Knowing ahead of time what type of operating system will be run ensures that installed applications will run as expected. Most servers run a version of Linux or Windows on the server.
Memory
The amount of memory in a system partially determines how many tasks can be run at the same time and the speed at which they are run. Systems with low amounts of RAM will take longer to process information. This could result in a loss of sales on an eCommerce site or lost visitors on a site with several applications. Memory is also referred to as RAM. Basically, it is just a method of storing information that is needed immediately. Many system processes and other functions that require quick access are stored in RAM.
Disk Space
Disk space is crucial to ensure that the website can serve images, video, text and applications. When a system runs out of disk space, online backups are no longer possible and additional uploads to the server fail. Some software installations require more disk space than others. It is important to get the disk space usage right before starting on a dedicated server. When more disk space is needed, the entire contents of the hard drive often have to be transferred to a new computer. This can potentially create downtime and a loss of business if it isn’t performed correctly and with careful timing.
Data Transfer
Data transfer, or more commonly, bandwidth usage deals with how much information is served per month. Hosting companies have to charge for bandwidth since computer hard drives eventually fail. Bandwidth usage is determined based on the costs of replacing a hard drive and the expected life of the hard drive. Increasing the bandwidth for a busy site can generally be accomplished within 24 hours. Some hosting companies even allow the possibility for immediate changes to bandwidth requirements through an online ordering system.
CPU
The CPU determines the processing power of the server. Dual-core and Multi-core CPUs provide better performance and balance the workload over more than one processor. The processing speed determines the speed at which the pages are served and how long it takes to run a particular process or application. Backups take longer on a system with a slow processing speed. In fact, just about anything the computer does is affected by the processing speed of the computer. For website owners that need fast and reliable service, they should spring for the most expensive processor they can afford. The difference in speed will be immediately noticeable by website users.
Backups
One of the most important tasks for a website owner is the regular backup of the server. Don’t rely on the online backup tool to preserve a backup for future use. Most website owners should back up the entire server once per week. This can be completed through a control panel such as CPanel or by downloading all of the databases and files associated with the account on a weekly basis. Leaving the backup online won’t do any good if the entire hard drive fails. The safest solution is to download the backup and store it on a separate hard drive that is dedicated to backups. This ensures that if something does go wrong with the website a recent backup is available. Additionally, it makes sense to perform a full backup of everything on the website before making any major systems changes, operating system or software updates.
Quick Comparison Guide On Dedicated Hosting Deals
Before we end this article, let’s take a quick look on
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Core2 Duo
Dual Core
There are, of course, plenty of dedicated hosting providers around the globe but for easy reference, I picked the three I’m most familiar with so you can have a quick glance on the general. For further research, I suggest reading my
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The Benefits of Dedicated Hosting
Any business shopping around for a web hosting solution will no doubt come across terms such as shared hosting,
What is Dedicated Hosting
Dedicated hosting refers to a scenario in which a website (or unified set of websites) is hosted on its own distinct physical server and therefore does not share any of its hardware or software with any other organisation’s websites. The server itself will usually be leased from a hosting provider and will be physically housed in a data center.
As with shared hosting (and VPS) dedicate hosting packages can be self managed or can include varying elements of managed hosting; from providing control panels which allow the client to request automated maintenance tasks, to having support engineers on call 24/7.
Benefits of dedicated web hosting
Data Center Location
All web sites which live on servers housed in data centers will benefit from the security and ambient conditions (cooling, humidity controls etc) that these data centers offer but there are a number of further benefits that dedicated servers offer in comparison to the varieties of shared servers.
Uptime & Security
Arguably the primary reason for choosing a dedicated server solution is to ensure the uptime and strong performance of your site in the face of demands from high traffic volumes and resource heavy site activity (e.g., from transactions and large databases)
Dedicated hosting packages will usually include redundancy options for hardware and software so that any failures on the server will not result in lost uptime. However, the initial risk of failure is also reduced because your website(s) is not sharing resource with others. As a consequence, the threats that these other sites may present to your site are negated. These threats could originate from, malware, hackers, bad coding or even general maintenance on those sites causing contamination or damage to the underlying server set-up on which yours is based. Many dedicated hosting providers will therefore go as far as guaranteeing 100% uptime in their packages.
Performance
In general, hosting your website in a data center, whether it’s through colocation or leased server space, will allow you to benefit from the economies of scale that the data center can offer on, amongst other things, high bandwidth. To deploy the same resources within your organisation, for the sole use of your organisation, may be prohibitively costly.
However, the fact that your website(s) will have an entire server to itself also means that it gets to employ all of the resources that that server has to offer without having to compete with the demand from other sites. In contrast to sites located on shared servers, it will have its own CPUs and can utilize all of the server’s bandwidth, so that the speed and performance of the site is optimized.
What’s more your site will have access to the server’s full disk space which is ideal for content rich and, in particular, expanding dynamic websites.
Privacy
If your site is likely to obtain or use sensitive or personal data such as bank account details then a dedicated hosting platform will be able to introduce further levels of security. All hosting solutions should have security measures in place to protect against data leaks from your site but by hosting on a physically separate server you are introducing a significant additional barriers.
Bespoke Optimization
A major attraction of dedicated hosting for websites with very particular requirements is that it can allow the client and host to completely configure the set up to achieve a bespoke and fully optimized platform. You can choose, not only the hardware specification you want, but also the software configurations you require to run the site as effectively as possible, including the operating system, database and other applications (whilst also taking advantage of root access to the server). Contrastingly, on shared hosting, you would usually need to choose an existing predefined hardware and/or software package (although, of course such packages are available for dedicated server solutions if desired).
Scaleability
As mentioned above, dedicated servers will often provide the resource headroom to allow a website to function effectively in the event of any fluctuations in the demands being put upon it (e.g., from spikes in traffic or transactions). In addition however, the fact that dedicated server packages usually involve the leasing of a server means that you and your host can respond effectively when there is a further need for these resource to be upgraded without having to purchase an entirely new server, as you would if colocating. What’s more, you aren’t inhibited by the presence of other sites on the server if you need to make changes to hardware to, for example, increase bandwidth or upgrade the RAM or CPUs.
Wrapping Up…
For the above reasons dedicated servers are most often recommended to businesses running ecommerce websites or sites with high volumes of traffic so that they can take advantage of the high levels of both performance and security that dedicated hosting offers. However, it is worth remembering that under the specifications, packages, flexibility and support that each provider offers will vary from one to the next so it is always worth doing your homework and shopping around for a solution that fits you best.
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Hostgator Windows Dedicated Hosting Promotion
Good news for those who are looking for dedicated hosting!
Hostgator is having a great promotion on its Windows Dedicated Hosting Plans. Get 0 discount on the first month on all Windows Dedicated Servers. After discount, Gator’s Windows Dedicated Hosting Plans start at for the first month – that’s for Intel Xeon 3450 (Quad Core), 2 GB DDR3 Memory, 2 x 250 GB Hard Drive, 10 TB Bandwidth, 5 Dedicated IPs, and a pre-installed Plesk on the server.
To learn more on the Gators, read my
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Your Options in Web Hosting
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When a website is hosted on a shared hosting, the site is placed on the same server as many other sites, ranging from a few to hundreds or thousands. Typically, all domains may share a common pool of server resources, such as RAM and the CPU. As cost is extremely low, most websites with moderate traffic levels running standard software are hosted on this type of server. Shared hosting is also widely accepted as the entry level option as it requires minimum technical knowledge.
Note: For the total newbies, you might want to check out our
Virtual Private Server (VPS) Hosting
Note: To learn more about VPS hosting (how it works, how to choose, pros vs cons, etc),
Dedicated Hosting
A dedicated server offers the maximum control over the web server your website is stored on – You exclusively rent an entire server. Your website(s) is the only website stored on the server.
Cloud Hosting
Cloud hosting offers nearly unlimited ability to handle high traffic or traffic spikes. Here’s how it works: A team of servers (called a cloud) work together to host a group of websites. This allows multiple computers to work together to handle high traffic levels or spikes for any particular website.
How to choose?
To
- What kind of website are you building?
- Do you need Windows applications?
- Do you need a special version of software (ie. PHP)?
- Does your website need special software?
- How big (or small) can the web traffic volume go?
- Do you plan to host multiple websites on the same hosting account?
- Is security a primary concern?
- Do you need a dedicated IP for your site?
- Is private SSL certificates needed?
- How fast do you need the hosting server to be?
- Do you need server root access?
- Do you need to install your own software and application?
These are some of the basic questions to be answered. Have a plan with your website and try figure out what will happens next for the next 12 months.
For newbies, the general basic rule is to always start small with a good shared hosting account. A shared hosting account is cheap, easy to maintain, and sufficient for most new sites. Plus, you can always upgrade to VPS or dedicated hosting in the later stage when your site grows bigger.
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