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January 16, 2012

Top Reasons to Ditch Shared Hosting

You can check below beyond the break to see our full and un-edited reasons to leave shared hosting in the cold for something just plain better

December 02, 2011

Dedicated Server Lingo 101

Like any other specialized field, dedicated server hosting comes with its own unique retinue of lingo and terminologies. Furthermore, just like any field you happen to be going in to, you’ll have to learn each of these mysterious codecs before being able to advance any further. Besides, knowing some of the stickier terms in the industry will save you some embarrassment at the water cooler.

October 04, 2011

Why You Should Be Using A Linux-Based OS For Your Server

We know we’re being totally mainstream here, but you really should be using Linux for your server. The platform is stabler, offers more depth—as well as a host of incredible features—and no matter the downsides, most web masters will tell you the same: Linux is simply king where servers are concerned.

September 30, 2011

Common Linux Server Errors And How To Iron Them Out

We’ve all been there: It’s a nice day, and your servers are running like digital champions. Then, out of nowhere, your Linux distribution throws you a curveball error straight from left field. Before you let the incident wreck your day, though, you should know that most Linux server problems are common enough to be routine, and a quick fix isn’t hard to find. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a short list of the most common Linux server errors, as well as our speedy remedies for each.

August 16, 2011

Security Partnership between Dome9 and CloudFlare

Leading provider of cloud server security, Dome9 Security, announced at HostingCon 2011 that they have entered into a new partnership with CloudFlare to protect web servers and client websites from attacks.

May 16, 2011

The Primary Differences between Shared Hosting and VPS Hosting

In the following paragraphs we'll discuss the primary differences between VPS hosting and shared hosting.

May 06, 2011

Three Activities That Require Dedicated Hosting

There are some activities that would require the power of a dedicated hosting plan, if not at least a powerful VPS (virtual private server) plan. The following are three activities that would possibly require dedicated hosting.

April 26, 2011

What Are DNS Lookups and How Are They Used?

Every web server can be utilized as a DNS server, provided that the plan holder has the permission to access the server root, where the server software can be installed that facilitates communication with the DNS system. The following paragraphs explain DNS lookups and how they are used on a regular basis.

April 21, 2011

Is the High Cost of Dedicated Hosting Warranted?

Dedicated hosting is by far the most expensive hosting type available today, with monthly costs ranging from $100 to more than $400, depending on the size and capabilities of the server. Dedicated hosting provides unparalleled server power that equates to excellent site performance and minimum site downtime.

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