What is a web host?
A web host is a business that provides the services needed for web sites to be viewed on the web. .
Why are there so many web hosts?
Because there are so many different types of features that can be offered through a Web
site. Web hosts tailor their services to serve the needs of a particular type of client. What is The List of Web Hosts?
The List of Web Hosts helps consumers find the Web hosting provider which best meets their needs. It is provided by ppcforhosts.com and internet.com, a division of JupiterWeb, a Jupitermedia property. The service is free to the public. We list every Web host offering services to the public at no charge and require only that the Web host service provide accurate information. We do check each company's listing ... however we are not able to verify the reliability of every service and rate offered. If you find a problem in any listing, please let us know in an
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We will do our best to address it.
Why are there different choices for dedicated, business, co-location and personal?
This is our way of helping to organize the thousands of Web host services into categories. We did it solely to help users find the best service with less effort. By selecting one of these categories, you will be presented with a form you can use to narrow your possible choices to companies who provide the services you need. What is dedicated hosting?
A dedicated host means the service provider will setup a computer solely for your
Website; it will not be shared with other clients. A dedicated communications line or
minimum bandwidth allotment may also be provided, subject to contract negotiation.
Maintenance of this site is a subject of negotiation between you and the service provider.
They may provide technical services, such as script writing, email maintenance or
file backup. Generally, a contract is
negotiated specifying the services you will receive and the fees involved. What is a shared web host?
The most basic of Web hosting types. With shared hosting, numerous Web sites are shared on one server. This is an economic solution for smaller and personal Web sites. What is a reseller web host?
A reseller operates components of a Web hosting operation using services, infrastructure and equipment provided by another Web hosting service. Some resellers operate full-fledged businesses using the hardware, software, network and logistical support of another Web hosting firm, while others simply operate as sales agents for other Web hosting companies, offering discounts and providing low-level technical support. What is co-location?
Co-location (co-lo) is the most advanced level of hosting service. The customer owns the
server and leases space at the co-lo facility. The customer may have the choice of
using telecommunication lines offered by the hosting facility or choose to contract
directly with a telecommunications company for outside lines. A co-lo facility is
generally used because it is well-situated to take advantage of network access points
(NAPs) and offers other features generally associated with data centers, such as extended
power backup capability, climate control and a staff that is on call 24 hour/day, 7
days/week (24 x 7) in order to re-boot servers, or change configurations, if necessary.
