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Choosing the Right Web Server and Hosting Firm

Published on 18 July 16
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Your website is only as effective as the speed and support team behind it. These tips can help you find a suitable host for web needs.

Professionals at Web Drive believe that operating an online business means that your business should have an effective website; but one of the most important things many people overlook is the Web server. The Web server that accommodates your website is as important as the aesthetics of your website. So how do you select a Server?
Web Server vs Web Hosting?
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Not to be confused with the other, a Web Server is generally an automatic software that serves content in response to commands. In common terms, the computer on which this software is operated is also called a server.

Web Hosting is a service offered by a particular type of server- a web server. A Web host may operate one server the serves many customers’ websites.
Ask Your Developer
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Before you make a decision on which hosting service to select, it is advisable to talk over the details and functionality of your website with a developer. Knowing how your website will be built and how helpful your development company is, will help you decide which hosting firm will be suitable for it. If you already have an existing website, ask your developer about the traffic and bandwidth required to match it for growth. Once you are aware of the type of structure that will be used to develop your website, you can look up various firms suggested by your developer and compare with the ones you have in mind.
Look at Your Business Needs
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How much customer support do you think you will require from your hosting firm? If you are building the website by yourself or getting a private developer for the design, it is good to get a host that provides more of service support. All hosting companies have a support unit, but what they refer to as support may be different from your own idea of support. If you are a sole entrepreneur, you will want a firm that can also assist in installing applications. Though this role can be performed by external developers, some hosting firms offer the service for a price.
How Many Sites Do You Have
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It is not unusual for marketing reasons to have two or more websites. If you wish to have more than one website, consider if you want a separate hosting account for each site or a Virtual Private Server (VPS). VPS can be a good solution to check the management of many websites, and will provide you or your developer a root-level connection to operate the installation of Web services. VPS settings also give you a mixture of shared and exclusive applications, and distinctive level of support and materials.

Your website position matters both in relation to supporting you as an entrepreneur and delivering a speedy experience for your customers. Ensure you select a valuable solution that fits both objectives.
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