Not yet registered? Create a OverBlog!

Create my blog

What to look for when choosing web hosting companies

If you have made your own website or had someone make one for you, you will be looking for the best web hosting company. There are a number of things that you will need to consider so that you find the best web hosting for your website needs.

Different types of web hosts

Web hosting types
There are different types of web hosts to look into but not all of them will be what you need. Shared web hosting is usually the most affordable, but there will be times when you will need to look into dedicated or managed servers. Shared hosting
A shared server is when you are placed on the same server and hundreds of other websites. You could find that there are a number of limitations such as being on the same IP address or slow running time. However, there are benefits including the affordable hosting. Dedicated hosts
Dedicated hosting is common for many larger businesses. These hosting servers are able to offer dedicated IP addresses and you will have a whole server to yourself which means that you are only limited due to your own uses and nobody else's. Managed hosting companies
When you opt for managed hosting, you will not have to run it. The company will do everything for you when it comes to website maintenance and they could even add web pages for you.

What do you want the website for?

Business or pleasure?
There are certain types of web hosting that will match certain website needs. If you simply want a blog or a personal website that is not going to earn you a lot of money, then shared web hosting is definitely the way forward. However, if you want to run your own business, you will need to consider the limitations to shared hosting. Could you run your business when there are hundreds of other websites on your IP address? If you want to reach out to all countries, this could cut down your chances. Do you have time to maintain your website?
If you have a business, there are chances that you are running other important parts. You may need to hire someone to run the website for you. However, this will cost you a lot of money. Managed hosting may be exactly what you need since the maintenance is all covered in your hosting fee.

E-commerce hosting

Taking money online
There are some companies which are now able to offer extras such as business or E-commerce plans which are still on shared hosting. These can help you to keep the cost low while also preventing the limitations that your business could face.

Same category articles Digital & online

What makes a good website?

What makes a good website?

A great website doesn’t just happen – many websites are either complex, under-funded and politically sensitive corporate projects, or personal showcases somewhat lacking in professional polish. this article gives some rules of thumb for quality content and explains how good website design attracts and retains target users.
How to build a site using free web domains

How to build a site using free web domains

It is relatively easy to build a website using free web domains. there are a variety of free website domains available but it takes time to find out where they are and which is the most suitable. this article will discuss two main sites officelive and google sites and will go through the process of building a free website.
How to start your own website

How to start your own website

In an era of technology, whether you are an individual or work for a business, it is best to have your own web page. particularly for small business, it is a good idea to create your own business site by using web builders, or hosting websites. so, how do you do your own website?
A guide to Microsoft Word's online functions

A guide to microsoft word's online functions

Microsoft word is a powerful word processor with many writing features. you can send your work to others, through the net or take your office to the web by publishing it online (through ms office live, etc.). this guide will give you information on learning web tools of word is easy, through free training on microsoft website, ms office help files, other word training online class, etc.