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Web Hosting Defined

Web hosting is a process of storing, serving, and maintaining data files on a shared server, virtual private server (VPS), or dedicated server. The objective is to allow a domain to be publicly accessible via an international network (internet) of computers configured with specialized software. Nobody owns the Internet but there are companies who install, configure, and maintain servers that are connected to major Internet backbones to provide services to individuals or companies.

Managed Hosting Options

Managed hosting definitions vary depending on context of where it is used. You may encounter different interpretations. For purposes of services offered here I define it as private domain host services with Ataraxis being responsible for full setup, maintenance, technical support and server monitoring. This type of service is ideal for small business owners who want to take a completely hands-off approach to their Internet existence.

Shared Web Hosting Options

Shared host options is a method of dividing available server resources of disk space, processing power, and random access memory (RAM) among multiple domains established on a server. It is a very popular type of basic plan. Each domain is assigned a small ceiling amount of resources. I only recommend this type of plan for hobby or non-commercial presentations. If you value your client's ability to always be able to access your domain while ensuring a positive experience then this this type of service should be avoided.

Virtual Private Server Web Hosting - VPS Options

I have presented a lengthy explanation to this concept elsewhere. If you are interested please read “what does VPS mean”. Characteristics of VPS plans typically include a larger portion of server resources of processing power and RAM. These types of plans are optimal for businesses that know their Internet presence is important. They do not consider it as an after-thought. VPS plans are the medium ground between shared and dedicated plans as described in the next paragraph.

Dedicated Web Hosting Options

This type of plan is provided to companies requiring comprehensive resources. Typically this is due to high volume traffic, processor intensive web applications, or ecommerce establishments. Also, larger companies usually require a fully private server dedicated to their own company. Dedicated plan options assign the entire quality resources of one or more servers to a single company. Dedicated hosting is sometimes referred to as an enterprise host.

Web Hosting Reviews

I want to offer words of caution concerning reviews. Some “web hosting reviews” are nothing more than glorified affiliates. Their sole reason for being is to earn referral commissions. Some have no real interest in providing unbiased or even practical information concerning a resource you may be considering. In many cases a “top 10 list” is a list of companies they are affiliates of. They are simply the most popular companies that are already over selling their services. It results in many frustrated individuals or businesses.

Words Of Caution Concerning Cheap Hosting Services

It has been said many times; you get what you pay for. If resorting to a cheap service you are placing yourself in a precarious position. Do not think you are getting a bargain for a few dollars a month. It will be at an expense of a server that will be slow to load or even inaccessible at times. It is usually because of oversold shared plans. This is a sure way to discourage your potential customers from reaching you. I read sad stories in forums as well as hearing it first hand from people whose domains have not been operative for days because of over populated server crashes.

Cheap options offering unlimited bandwidth as well as unlimited disk space is becoming popular these days. What is not being explained along with those sales pitches is that a domain is going to share the same server disk space, processing resources (CPU), as well as an IP address with as many as 1200 other domains! CPU processing power is most likely minimal. Typically you cannot use more than 32MB of RAM either. In many instances this amount of RAM is not even enough to install some basic back-end applications. There are seldom any exceptions to this rule. Even basic PHP scripts may not be able to run.

Reliable Host Providers

I would suggest finding a reliable VPS web hosting company in Canada who will provide a respectable amount of CPU and RAM. I also recommend getting a dedicated IP address if not included. It typically costs a few more dollars a month. Reliable affordable packages cost about $375.00 a year all-inclusive. A dollar a day is not much for the state of ataraxis it will provide. Packages in that range should ensure optimal performance and reliability. For that amount there are very good VPS plans in the marketplace. I would highly recommend that type of plan for businesses who anticipate a moderate amount of traffic.

Affordable Managed VPS Services

Ataraxis provides affordable managed VPS host and webmaster technical support services for businesses requiring a caretaker for their Internet information technology requirements. If you do not want to be bothered with learning about how to maintain and host a domain but require technical assistance with updates to your existing site you can entrust your business host and technical support requirements to Ataraxis. Each request will be handled on a case by case basis so a mutually agreeable custom plan specifically suited to your needs can be determined and implemented. Learn more about managed host options in Canada.

Summary Of Best Practices

It is important to provide your visitors with a positive user experience. A critical step in that direction is whether or not pages respond and load quickly. Selecting an unlimited disk space and unlimited bandwidth plan being offered for less than ten dollars a month is asking for trouble. Host companies cannot earn a profit at these rates unless they heap hundreds of domains onto the same server. They will have to share the same meager resources, and hope that not too many of the domains receive visitors at the same time. One of those domains may belong to a novice programmer using it as an experimental ground to develop Internet applications. An application in an endless loop can crash a server very easily. All domains on the server become inaccessible, including your business. It happens quite regularly.

Clients who hire Ataraxis to design and develop their Internet presence will be provided with a free home on a virtual private server for one year after project completion. After the initial one year period you may choose to continue to host and have your online enterprise maintained under a custom mutually agreeable plan. You will have had the benefit of a one year free evaluation period to know whether or not you have been satisfied with the service. They are reliable virtual private servers with ample resources to ensure a smooth trouble-free operation. Custom host and maintenance plans are available through my webmaster services for domains not developed by Ataraxis.