Tuesday 18 June 2013

The Best Way To Ensure A Website Is Fast And Reliable Is With A Dedicated Hosting Server

By Liliana Mills


When a client leases a dedicated hosting server it means that the system is not shared with other customers. The requirements are specified by the customer allowing the system to be customised for their specific needs. Reliability can be ensured with the used of data centres. The cost of hosting a system within a company can be prohibitively expensive so a well administered remote system can save money.

Hosted sites are the most flexible choice. Customers specify their requirements for both software and hardware and request changes. When opting for hybrid support some customers prefer to use a Microsoft server as more system administrators are available to manage them, others prefer a Linux system as these are typically both cheaper and faster.

Complex Managed Hosting is a premium option. When a higher level of administration is needed this is an option that doesn't require specialised staff at the company to look after the server. While it is the most expensive option, it is still significantly less expensive than hiring dedicated staff to do the same work.

Custom support levels are possible allowing the administration to match the business needs. During the first year of a new or migrated site a much higher level of support is typically required. After the first year support can be scaled down to a level suitable for maintaining the site.

Ensuring adequate security is maintained is vitally important. For example software producers regularly issue security updates however these need to be tested before they are installed on a live server. Monitoring can ensure attacks by hackers, such as a DDoS or brute force attack can be quickly detected and dealt with as quickly as possible. Experts monitor security news and ensure the best practices are maintained in a changing environment.

Problems are prevented by using proactive support. Malicious code can be added to a site by not taking the correct preventative steps. For example hidden code could be included in the title of a forum link that would allow an attacker to compromise a system. An exploited system could have its files and webcam exploited leading to some potentially very embarrassing security breaches. An experienced specialist would be able to detect this loophole and take preventative steps to stop this from happening. Fixing a problem reactively should be avoided as much as possible.

It is relatively cheap to upgrade. With the hardware entirely owned by the hosting company the site owner does not need to make any purchases themselves. The most common reasons for upgrading are to upgrade the processor, increase memory and increase storage. In some cases it may also be possible to downgrade. Non-routine upgrading typically results in an increase in administration fees but is usually much cheaper than doing the same with a server hosted with the customer.

A dedicated hosting server ensures that the optimum levels of stability, security, customisability and control are maintained. For businesses with a high volume of web traffic this is the best solution. When remote experts are required a Complex Managed Hosting solution can ensure the best processes are maintained when setting up, managing and updating the site.




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