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Shared vs Dedicated Servers
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If you use shared, you're sharing from a network. If you use dedicated server, the whole
server is yours. I'm using a dedicated server. But shared hosting is much cheaper.
· Virtual Hosting - A virtual hosting provider is sometimes called a Web or Internet "space provider." Typically, virtual hosting provides a customer who wants a Web site with: domain name registration assistance, multiple domain names that map to the registered domain name, an allocation of file storage and directory setup for the Web site files (HTML and graphic image files), e-mail addresses, and Web site creation services. The virtual hosting user (the Web site owner) needs only to have a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) program for exchanging files with the virtual host. Virtual hosting is ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises for whom large amounts of bandwidth and storage are not a concern.
· Co-located Hosting - Akin to an in-house solution with training wheels, a co-located solution requires you to purchase a web server that is located at a third party facility designed with resources which include: a secured cage or cabinet, regulated power, dedicated internet connection, security and support. These co-location facilities offer the customer a secure place to physically house their hardware and equipment as opposed to locating it in their offices or warehouse where the potential for fire, theft or vandalism is much greater. While a co-located solution is perfect for businesses who require a large amount of bandwidth and storage, physical access to your server may be an issue.
Falling between these two extremes is the dedicated hosting solution. For businesses looking to attract and maintain a high traffic-base, a dedicated server can be the best web hosting solution. Combining the advantages of a Virtual Hosts' technical support with the connectivity and stability of owning your own server, a dedicated hosting account gives you precise control over the functionality of you site - and is perfect for those organizations who do not wish to make the substantial investment required to own and operate a server in-house.
Available for any platform (FreeBSD, Unix, Linux, Windows NT, Solaris, and MacOS), dedicated servers do incur a higher monthly cost when compared to their shared counterparts, but are still extremely affordable when contrasted with the cost of purchasing and maintaining your own server, data, and hardware security.
What is a dedicated server?
Dedicated hosting options allow organizations of any size to rent pre-configured, state-of-the-art equipment and connectivity from the service provider. While a virtual host requires you to share bandwidth and storage space with other clients, dedicated hosting gives you the opportunity to have an entire server for your exclusive use.
By renting your own "box" you can essentially exercise 100% control over your Web presence:
· Choosing and configuring the operating system for your server
· Installing any third-party software and applications you wish
· Individualizing server settings for faster delivery of multimedia and e-commerce applications
· Customizing and partitioning the storage space to your unique requirements.
· Customizing the CPU and clock speed
The drawback of this service is that dedicated servers typically cost much more than using a shared server, and often the level of technical knowledge required keeps them out of reach of beginners.
Who needs a dedicated server?
Running your Web site from a dedicated server is a good idea if your website requires:
· The implementation of custom software
· A lot of storage space
· A large amount of bandwidth
· A high degree of security
In general, if your Web site has sophisticated needs, you will benefit from a dedicated solution, since it will permit you to deploy complex applications such as:
· Databases (mySQL, SQL, Oracle, postgresql, ColdFusion etc)
· Streaming Media (real, WinMP, Quicktime etc)
· High-end mail solutions and handlers
· Third-party tracking software
· Any other storage or bandwidth-heavy application
A dedicated host will give you the freedom to host multiple sites from a single machine by allowing you to set up your own virtual servers, which is useful for testing/staging new applications, expanding your business offerings without having to negotiate an additional service-level agreement (SLA) with another provider, or even reselling space on your server.
What additional benefits are there to using a dedicated host?
Security, reliability, maintenance, and support translate into less responsibility for the customer. In addition, since you are renting the box rather than purchasing it, you are not responsible for maintaining the equipment and connectivity of the server. If a hardware component fails, the provider is responsible for resolving the problem or replacing the component. Your provider will likely be responsible for any downtime that occurs due to a hardware failure, and most have a compensation system in place as part of the SLA to reimburse you in the event of failure. Even if you are running your site off a custom hardware configuration, the provider may be responsible for ensuring that every piece of that hardware is functional, and works in harmony with the rest of the system. This allows you to maximize your return-on-investment by ensuring that you are paying only for the hardware is functional.
[Costs]
Though very advantageous for security, bandwidth, storage, and special technical needs, the principal drawbacks of a dedicated solution are price and support. Obviously, taking up an entire server on a providers rack will require a larger investment than sharing a portion of a single server. In addition to these direct costs you will have to cover the cost of technical staff to maintain your server if you don't possess the knowledge or time to do it yourself. Usually, dedicated servers range between $150 - $1200 US per month.
There is no Knowledge that is not power.
Age: 16
E-mail: projectnet01@yahoo.com
School: Coral Springs High (Company
not done yet)
Status: Currently working with C++ for game developing. And making a musical band.
-Aaron
server is yours. I'm using a dedicated server. But shared hosting is much cheaper.
· Virtual Hosting - A virtual hosting provider is sometimes called a Web or Internet "space provider." Typically, virtual hosting provides a customer who wants a Web site with: domain name registration assistance, multiple domain names that map to the registered domain name, an allocation of file storage and directory setup for the Web site files (HTML and graphic image files), e-mail addresses, and Web site creation services. The virtual hosting user (the Web site owner) needs only to have a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) program for exchanging files with the virtual host. Virtual hosting is ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises for whom large amounts of bandwidth and storage are not a concern.
· Co-located Hosting - Akin to an in-house solution with training wheels, a co-located solution requires you to purchase a web server that is located at a third party facility designed with resources which include: a secured cage or cabinet, regulated power, dedicated internet connection, security and support. These co-location facilities offer the customer a secure place to physically house their hardware and equipment as opposed to locating it in their offices or warehouse where the potential for fire, theft or vandalism is much greater. While a co-located solution is perfect for businesses who require a large amount of bandwidth and storage, physical access to your server may be an issue.
Falling between these two extremes is the dedicated hosting solution. For businesses looking to attract and maintain a high traffic-base, a dedicated server can be the best web hosting solution. Combining the advantages of a Virtual Hosts' technical support with the connectivity and stability of owning your own server, a dedicated hosting account gives you precise control over the functionality of you site - and is perfect for those organizations who do not wish to make the substantial investment required to own and operate a server in-house.
Available for any platform (FreeBSD, Unix, Linux, Windows NT, Solaris, and MacOS), dedicated servers do incur a higher monthly cost when compared to their shared counterparts, but are still extremely affordable when contrasted with the cost of purchasing and maintaining your own server, data, and hardware security.
What is a dedicated server?
Dedicated hosting options allow organizations of any size to rent pre-configured, state-of-the-art equipment and connectivity from the service provider. While a virtual host requires you to share bandwidth and storage space with other clients, dedicated hosting gives you the opportunity to have an entire server for your exclusive use.
By renting your own "box" you can essentially exercise 100% control over your Web presence:
· Choosing and configuring the operating system for your server
· Installing any third-party software and applications you wish
· Individualizing server settings for faster delivery of multimedia and e-commerce applications
· Customizing and partitioning the storage space to your unique requirements.
· Customizing the CPU and clock speed
The drawback of this service is that dedicated servers typically cost much more than using a shared server, and often the level of technical knowledge required keeps them out of reach of beginners.
Who needs a dedicated server?
Running your Web site from a dedicated server is a good idea if your website requires:
· The implementation of custom software
· A lot of storage space
· A large amount of bandwidth
· A high degree of security
In general, if your Web site has sophisticated needs, you will benefit from a dedicated solution, since it will permit you to deploy complex applications such as:
· Databases (mySQL, SQL, Oracle, postgresql, ColdFusion etc)
· Streaming Media (real, WinMP, Quicktime etc)
· High-end mail solutions and handlers
· Third-party tracking software
· Any other storage or bandwidth-heavy application
A dedicated host will give you the freedom to host multiple sites from a single machine by allowing you to set up your own virtual servers, which is useful for testing/staging new applications, expanding your business offerings without having to negotiate an additional service-level agreement (SLA) with another provider, or even reselling space on your server.
What additional benefits are there to using a dedicated host?
Security, reliability, maintenance, and support translate into less responsibility for the customer. In addition, since you are renting the box rather than purchasing it, you are not responsible for maintaining the equipment and connectivity of the server. If a hardware component fails, the provider is responsible for resolving the problem or replacing the component. Your provider will likely be responsible for any downtime that occurs due to a hardware failure, and most have a compensation system in place as part of the SLA to reimburse you in the event of failure. Even if you are running your site off a custom hardware configuration, the provider may be responsible for ensuring that every piece of that hardware is functional, and works in harmony with the rest of the system. This allows you to maximize your return-on-investment by ensuring that you are paying only for the hardware is functional.
[Costs]
Though very advantageous for security, bandwidth, storage, and special technical needs, the principal drawbacks of a dedicated solution are price and support. Obviously, taking up an entire server on a providers rack will require a larger investment than sharing a portion of a single server. In addition to these direct costs you will have to cover the cost of technical staff to maintain your server if you don't possess the knowledge or time to do it yourself. Usually, dedicated servers range between $150 - $1200 US per month.
There is no Knowledge that is not power.
Age: 16
E-mail: projectnet01@yahoo.com
School: Coral Springs High (Company
not done yet) Status: Currently working with C++ for game developing. And making a musical band.
-Aaron
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