Windows vs. Linux Hosting
Posted on 13. Feb, 2012 by admin.
Two of the most popular shared hosting options are Windows hosting and Linux hosting. Which one is better? That is what we are going to find out in this article.
As the name suggests, Windows hosting is generally built on top of Windows Server as its primary operating system. The hosting plan is much more suitable for those who are using ASP or ASP.Net based web scripts and solutions. Other unique advantages including native support for MSSQL and Microsoft Exchange are usually offered by service providers.
Linux hosting, on the other hand, offers affordable hosting solutions with so many features to maximize. The hosting option is more geared towards PHP based web scripts and applications, suitable for those of you who plan on using popular scripts such as WordPress as foundations. Linux hosting plans are also regarded as more user-friendly due to its popular control panel options.
Deciding which one is more suitable highly depends on your personal needs and preferences. Review the website you are building and find out more about which server requirements are needed. Don’t forget to set a budget for web hosting so that you can find the perfect hosting plan to use without a problem.
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Choosing a Web Hosting Company
Posted on 19. Jan, 2012 by admin.
The web hosting plan you are using determines the rate of success of your website; it is critically important that you work with a reputable and reliable web hosting company so that you can keep your website accessible without difficulties. To help you get started with choosing the best web hosting company to engage, here are a few simple tips you can use.
When comparing web hosting companies based on user reviews and testimonials, never rely on one or two review sites exclusively. Instead, get as many information as possible to get a clearer view of the companies’ reliability and quality of service.
Cheaper is not always better when it comes to choosing a web hosting plan, and the same goes for choosing the right web hosting company to engage. Instead of going directly for a web hosting company that offers the cheapest plans, compare service packages based on features and benefits first.
Last but not least, make sure the web hosting company you plan on contacting has superior customer support. You can find out about the customer support hotline by sending inquiries before you purchase a web hosting plan from the company. Complete the purchase only when the responses are prompt and satisfactory.
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When Your Web Hosting Company Goes Dark
Posted on 24. Dec, 2011 by admin.
No web developer or website owner expects the web hosting services they are using to stop operating completely, but there are cases where this is the exact issue that needs to be handled. The best approach would be to prepare for the worst, and this article will discuss how you can do that effectively.
Most web hosting plans now offer automated backup creation as one of their primary features. The backup files are automatically stored in another section of the server. Make sure you download the backups manually and store them safely so that you can restore your site easily whenever necessary.
When your website is not accessible and the web hosting company cannot be reached for more than 24 hours, you should start looking for another service plan from a reputable company and consider moving the site right away. Using the backup files, getting your website up and running will be as easy as 1-2-3.
Of course, sticking to monthly payments is the best way to go when dealing with web hosting companies. When the company goes dark and the service is no longer active, the amount of losses you have to endure can be kept at minimum. The same goes for the new hosting plan you are using when the old service provider goes dark.
