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What is a dedicated hosting service?
By admin | December 13, 2007
A dedicated hosting service is one where a client has a server to himself and does not have to share it with anybody. This is better than shared hosting especially in cases of a company or organization where if they lease a server they have complete control over it and it is more flexible.
The choice of operating systems is determined by the price, demand and availability and though Linux is available without extra cost, Microsoft increases the cost of running a dedicated server. A monthly fee is charged and provides updates using an application called up2date. Using an OS reduces the owner’s burden of site management.
Dedicated server hosting means managing the server which can include doing the following things:
· Updating the OS
· Updating applications
· Monitoring the server
· Firewall updates
· Updating anti viruses
· Performing security audits
· Backups and restoration
· Disaster recovery
· Installing software
· Detecting intrusion
Service providers often bill the owners of sites for the software they use. Many companies now offer software along with dedicated servers at a reduced monthly fee. Different softwares are available depending on the requirement and servers can be made according to the needs of the business.
Dedicated servers are probably a better choice in the long run as compared to shared servers. Though while setting up a site it may seem cheaper and better to go in for a shared site, as far as your business is concerned dedicated server is always preferable. It allows you the freedom to implement your needs and bring about changes and gives you much needed flexibility. The initial cost may be a deterring factor but after some time of use you will realize the prudence of such a step.
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