Virtual Dedicated Server hosting in simple terms is the process of a web server designed to run as a server that keeps your web site files. The server loads up the files to all people accessing your domain name, if set up as a web server. Different hosting plans exist, and they range from shared hosting servers to semi-dedicated and dedicated servers. Dedicated servers come in two flavors: managed servers and unmanaged servers.
Managed Virtual Dedicated Servers come assisted by the service providing the server. As with all virtual dedicated servers, you are given admin access, however a managed dedicated server has the added benefit of the OS (Windows or Linux) patches being installed for you. This makes sure all patches are installed in a timely manner. The managed services will also handle initial server setup, security scans for viruses, and emergency services. If you are not familiar with linux servers and how to apply patches and troubleshoot problems like memory leaks, then this choice is an optimal solution for you. When looking for these servers, they can also also be named an assisted service plan.
Unmanaged Server Hosting
Unlike the dedicated servers where everything is managed for you, these are completely controlled by you. If you have a problem with your web server, you will need to troubleshoot problems. Many dedicated server services do still provide support with unmanaged dedicated servers. Support is required for hardware failures and other network problems within the hosting centre. After all, you can connect to the server, but you do not ever physically see the server, so you are unable to troubleshoot hardware problems.
The purchaser’s knowledge of dedicated server setup will determine if a managed or unmanaged dedicated server solution is the best choice. Many dedicated server hosting plans exist with different price points, but knowing if its managed dedicated server hosting or an unmanaged dedicated server will help you determine if the price warrants the service being provided to you. As with all purchases made, the higher the cost directly relates to the value of the server purchased, but not always.
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