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Virtual Webhosting
What Is Virtual Webhosting?
Another option to consider when searching for a host is virtual webhosting. This is not an option to miss as it can save a lot of money and if it suits your business the benefits are huge.
Virtual web servers are based on one physical host computer. This means owners of websites are sharing one server; however, they are all still receiving a dedicated server service. A VPS (Virtual Private Server) or a VDS (Virtual Dedicated Server) have the ability to supply a dedicated service to a number of different customers.
Customers share RAM and CPU but their applications are set up in a way that the customers cannot tell if anyone else is using the server, similar to a dedicated one. Each client has a certain percentage to use; this ensures the resources required are always available to the customer who needs them. The one computer is able to host numerous websites. This works by using the specific domain name, which is unique to each site. The name, or the IP address can be associated with the virtual server. There are 2 types of Virtual hosting, using the IP address and using the domain name.
With IP hosting each website is given an IP address, which is a list of numbers. This can limit the number of IP addresses that can be linked to the virtual server. With name based Virtual hosting a single IP address is used for a number of host names.
Most customers are not keen on sharing a server with thousands of other users; this could affect the website if other customers take up all the power and create instability. Complete control over the server is ideal for every customer. However, most websites do not need a dedicated server.
So what is the solution?
Virtual Hosting is the solution. This is a great option for customers who want a dedicated server they have control of, plus it is a lot cheaper than paying out for a dedicated server. The customers get all the advantage of having a dedicated server but on a smaller scale. The individual customer is able to use all of the programs and applications desired. Each customer can use what is allocated to them and the site will be consistent because access to CPU, memory and bandwidth will be constant. Virtual Private Servers are also more secure. The reason for this because the customer is allocated their own file system, even though the CPU and memory are shared. If a hacker gets into the system then he will be limited to one file system and not be able to access the others. Virtual hosting enables the customer to run web application and it will affect other customers. The most obvious advantage is the comparison of buying a dedicated server to using a Virtual Hosting service, for example, for around 4 dollars a month, a customer can use 300 gigabytes of space. The customer is essentially renting server space.
Again, research is imperative. Check the host can guarantee their package is powerful enough to run operations at the highest quality level. If they are ‘over selling’ this can have a severe affect on the customers website. Virtual hosting relies on a strong environment. Over selling is a term used to describe a host offering more services that it can provide in the hope that the customer will not use all of the applications advertised. Keep in mind the customer is limited to a section of server space, though they are in complete control of it. It is a good idea to check that your host offers the ability to upgrade and downgrade as required.
