Dedicated Hosting Guides and Tutorials

If you have a website which has a large user base, lots of data, and are tired of paying out the nose for bandwidth overages, you should consider getting a dedicated server. Dedicated servers are leased out by hosting companies, and the difference between regular hosting and dedicated hosting is that you have your own server, your own hardware, and your bandwidth is expanded quite a bit.

Virtual private servers (VPS) are an interesting middle-ground for those who need a little more than a shared hosting plan but don't want to pay the cost or need the power of a dedicated server. It is a virtual machine which operates on the same hardware as other virtual machines, yet it acts as an independent server would act. They were often used in mainframe systems to allow multiple users to harness the power at the same time, and they are experiencing an uptake in popularity as VPS technology advances.

Managed hosting is when you rent hosting space from a hosting provider, and the hosting provider will maintain the server, applications, and the other technical aspects related to keeping your website online. It is the standard form of hosting you will find for shared hosting packages, and it is suitable for people who do not possess the technical knowledge to run a server for themselves.

If you're searching for a hosting solution which is above and beyond the normal needs of the average website or network, you should examine a colocation service as one of the options. Colocation centers are usually employed by large companies who need to house their network outside of their premises for a variety of reasons including: security, space restrictions, and cost reduction.

The Microsoft Service Provider License Agreement is a program through Microsoft where you can lease out services that make use of Microsoft products. In essence, they are allowing you to use their software in your business. In exchange for their approval, you will pay a fee which is based upon the amount of business you do.

How much RAM do I need for my dedicated server? This question pop ups often in various webmaster forums by webmasters starting a new website or moving an existing one from the shared hosting account to the virtual private server or dedicated server. It is hard to give straight answer because there are too many factors to take into account - so it is very case specific. The amount of RAM that you need is directly tied to what you are planning to host. As a general rule of thumb, you can never have too much RAM, but you can certainly have not enough RAM. It is recommended to monitor processes to see which consume too much memory and to optimize every part of your setup for better performance. Before your site is alive and working, it's tough to make a determination about the minimum amount of RAM you need - but you must start somewhere, so let's check some factors that will give you a good "jumping off point":