Dedicated Server Web Host

What is a Dedicated Server?

In the web hosting business, the dedicated servers also known as dedicated hosting servers or dedicated web server, are the Rolls Royce. A dedicated server is a powerful computer that is used to host single domain or multiple domains. A dedicated server can be used by single person or a complete big organization. The dedicated server is leased and stored in the datacenter of the host company.

A dedicated server consist of an operating system (Linux or Windows), softwares like SQL server, control panel and connection to the Internet. The server is housed in the web hosting company’s premises. Dedicated servers are specially designed for high traffic websites, it can be a single website or group of website that develop a substantial amount of traffic. The server configuration can be easily customize and the necessary applications can be installed on the server. The server can be operated remotely from the client company. It can be assigned to function only as a resource server and cannot be used as a client. The dedicated server is owned by the web host and you don’t have physical access to the server.

A dedicated server hosting is beneficial while developing complex corporate and powerful online business applications or a high end e-commerce website as you will need more hard drive space and security - a web server dedicated to your business. The server can be purchased from web hosting company and the server maintenance and management part is taken care by the web hosting company. The web hosting company provide internet connectivity to the server, the server connectivity may vary from 10 or 100 Mbit/s Ethernet. Dedicated servers are most often housed in data centres to provide redundant power sources and HVAC systems. You do not need a large initial investment to set it up.

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A dedicated server web hosting is a type of hosting where a user or an organization leases a server for its use. This server is not shared by any other user so it is solely dedicated to the user or an organization’s sites leasing it.

A dedicated server is itself, the physical piece of hardware that your web hosting provider rents to you. It comes with its own processor, hard drives(s), Random Access Memory (RAM) and bandwidth capability. You can have hard drive(s) or disk space, bandwidth as per your requirements. Unlike shared hosting plans, dedicated servers are customizable. So you have freedom of selecting the Operating System (Linux/Windows with different versions), Control Panel, Dedicated IP’s along with the storage capacity and the traffic unit.

While in shared hosting you are restricted to the use of bandwidth, you can even get unlimited bandwidth with dedicated servers. So you are no more concerned of any down time or slow speed even if your site is getting a huge traffic.

In shared hosting where you are allocated a few MB or GB of memory you can never be able to install any programs as it consumes much space. Even a hosting provider won’t allow installing the programs. However with dedicated servers you have freedom to install any applications or programs on it. Your website and its associated software will be hosted exclusively on this dedicated server’s hard drives.

In shared hosting only one Dedicated IP is allocated to you. Whereas dedicated servers come with few number of Dedicated IP’s (number may differ with hosting providers). In addition to this, you are free to purchase the whole IP Subnet as far as you are able to give proper justification for each IP you purchase extra.

Although the dedicated servers are much cost effective as compared to shared hosting, however, it is the features and the services offered with dedicated servers which worth the cost. If you are running a business site or a site that might need secret data to be shared then you must consider the dedicated server only.

Dedicated Servers allow you to get Full Root SSH (Secure Shell) on Linux and Complete Administrative RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol) Access on Windows. The remote access to the server permits you to view the usage of the resources available and manage them accordingly. Using this Remote access to the dedicated server, you can install and run almost any program. They additionally allow other users, whom you have given access, the ability to connect to your dedicated hosting server and use those same programs at the same time you do. For example as it is done in case of Game Servers.

If you are using MSSQL Databases then you are not be able to use the versions that you need with the shared hosting as they are preinstalled. However dedicated servers let you install any version you need and also there is no restriction on the file size for each database.

As far as security is concerned, it is possible that an account on the shared hosting gets hacked and may affect all the other accounts as well. However with dedicated servers, monitored 24*7, you have Firewall to be installed to be more secure.

We can summarize all as the advantages of Dedicated Servers:-

• No need to purchase own hardware
• Leased or solely dedicated to you (not shared)
• Can get hardware and bandwidth as required
• Can be customized as required
• Complete Remote Access to the server
• Freedom to choose OS
• Selection of MSSQL Databases version (with Windows)
• Right to purchase IP Subnet (justification required)
• Security

Indeed, if you are planning for a server which shall satisfy all your needs and requirements and let you feel comfort, you must consider Dedicated Server to enjoy uninterrupted and high level services.

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Every dedicated server hosting customer has his own specific needs and customize requirements, so its not easy to single out the provider that will suit you the best. Choosing a good but cheap and reliable dedicated server web hosting provider can be difficult. So, we have tried to make it little easier for you. The following paragraph will help you to choose the best and the most reliable dedicated server hosting provider.

If you are searching for a cheap dedicated server hosting provider, you should be very careful while comparing the dedicated server hosting packages. Things to consider are uptime guarantee, network speed, operating system, hardware options, disk space, monthly bandwidth, datacenter location, backup service, monitoring service and technical support. Ask the dedicated server hosting providers to give you a few dedicated server IP’s or websites hosted on dedicated server for references, read hosting reviews and also check feedback in forums before you sign up and be sure that the price is affordable and the resources are not oversold compare to prices. You should consider the dedicated severs that will give you the most reliability and flexibility for your money.

The above mentioned features are very important to consider while choosing the server provider because you will get number of hosting providers offering the same server specification at different cost. Some of the companies have very cheap and affordable dedicated server plans and some the companies have very costly dedicated server plans. You have to properly single out the company which would be able to deliver good value for the money, have high commitment to quality, and have extremely stable server racks.

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We have briefly discussed both Windows Dedicated Server and Linux Dedicated Server briefly. We have already seen advantages of both the Operating Systems. We have also compared both the Operating Systems. Thus, we know that both the Operating Systems have advantages and disadvantages ranging from costs to application requirements. Let us try to conclude the difference between them and when shall one select either of them or in what situation.

Programming Technologies and Database Servers

Here lies the main difference between Windows and Linux. If you wish to host MSSQL or ASP or ASP.net web pages then the Windows Dedicated Server is a solution for you. We know that ASP and MSSQL being Microsoft Products, it is possible to host ASP scripts only on IIS web Server and likewise MSSQL Server runs only on MS Windows Server. There are many versions of MSSQL Server. Also, Windows is capable of using many tools that are Linux compatible or which run on Linux platform.

While, if you intend to run software packages such as PHP, Perl and MySQL on your server, Linux would make the best option, being open-source OS.

Technical Expertise

Here it goes. When we decide to consider the web hosting platform, technical challenge is the major factor that is taken into consideration. For those who are starting with the Dedicated server, Windows is the best solution for them. To answer, why, its similarity to Windows Desktop and easiness to use is the main reason to consider Windows. Linux being more complex and it’s commands being hard to remember, it is mainly recommended for those who are technically inclined and gain good technical knowledge. Yes, it is accepted that cPanel, the contol panel, has made things easier for Linux users, however, there are still many things that can discourage a newbie.

Conclusion

To conclude, we can say Windows is easier to use, however, it is not only cost effective and can enforce one to get frustrated of just “clicking”. Whereas, Linux being open source, is freely available, however, its complexity and uneasiness to remember number of commands makes users to not to consider Linux. Thus, it can be said that if you want to host personal site, Windows is the solution while for a business site, Linux is the best to opt for.

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Unmanaged Dedicated Server is a type of dedicated server where the owner is responsible for every aspect of maintaining the server, from installing softwares, updates and patches upto ensuring server uptime. Low prices and more resources are the beneficial side of unmanaged dedicated servers.

It gives you flexibility for customization. With unmanaged dedicated server you get Complete RDP or Full Root SSH Access. Using the remote access you are responsible to install the applications, monitor uptime etc. You may add any softwares and control panels that you prefer if required. You have rights to reboot the server whenever you wish. The web hosting provider may also set you up fully configured OS, including Apache web server, Exim mail server, PHP, CGI etc. on your unmanaged dedicated servers for an additional cost.

If you are good in technical part of the servers then you can go with unmanaged dedicated servers. However, a situation may come when you are not aware of what you need to do as a system administrator. You might think of getting any kind of technical assistance from the hosting provider, however, in this case you may need to spend a good amount to get the support what you want. None of the hosting providers are responsible to pro-actively monitor or restart the services and ensure uptime. Yes they can, however, need a request ticket from you. Many hosting providers who provide unmanaged dedicated servers do offer paid ticket support 24*7 for which you are charged on an hourly basis. Also it is obvious that unmanaged dedicated servers may take a lot of time to administer and you get less time to develop and design your site, resulting in low quality content and features of your site. So it is always recommended that you consider only managed dedicated servers though they are expensive.

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