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Dedicated web hosting, more commonly referred to as a dedicated web server hosting, is a type of hosting where the customer rents the entire server, instead of just a section of it for his website(s). Dedicated servers are most often found in a data center
Benefits
There are many benefits to having a dedicated web server, including full control over the server, operating system, and hardware and software is installed.
Choosing Dedicted Hosting
Dedicated hosting is designed for users who require custom software or enhanced server control, which allow more complex applications, including databases, streaming media (video and audio) and high-end e-mail solutions. Dedicated hosting also gives businesses complete control of security.
Making the Choice
Dedicated hosting is ideal for small to medium-size enterprises, websites that have large databases and content management systems, and companies that participate in e-commerce, which requires a secure server.
Cost
Dedicated hosting costs a significant amount more than shared servers cost. For example, at HostGator.com, the cheapest dedicated server runs $174 a month, whereas the cheapest shared server hosting package runs $8.95 a month.
Finding a Dedicated Server Host
There are many hosting services out there, most of which have a dedicated hosting server plan. Some hosting services that offer dedicated hosting
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ServePath: Definitions of Commonly-Used Terms In Server Hosting With Linux or FreeBSD
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