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If you run a large business, or eCommerce website then dedicated server is your ideal solution, as server is leased solely to host your website. Those that have experience with running their servers in-house are already aware how much time and resources they demand. Making sure your servers run smoothly can be overwhelming task.

With hosted dedicated server you get more flexibility and far less maintenance, data centers provide the best which is a necessity for sites with heavy traffic.

Dedicated servers can be operated and configured remotely which is helpful to business as it helps save costs relating to routers, internet connections, network administration and security systems. In essence dedicated server is a rental service where users rent the server and software, and the internet connection from hosting companies.

Are Dedicated Servers Necessary?

Dedicated servers are welcomed but not necessary solution for everyone. However if your business operates with a powerful capital base, have a large website, receive a lot of Internet traffic or is involved in e-commerce then dedicated server truly is a necessity.

What types of Dedicated Servers Are There?

Typically dedicated servers can be managed and unmanaged. With managed dedicated service hosting provider maintains and monitors the server and operating system, and supports the client. The client has no need to administer the resources as the provider takes care of that as well as any technical issues that may appear. Managed dedicated service offers both small and large companies with the powerful, fast and reliable web presence.

The unmanaged dedicated service is the one where servers are maintained and run by the clients. The host provides the storage space and bandwidth in line with the selected plan, and the physical security for the server. With this type of service client should have a knowledgeable team capable to handle potential technical problems. And host can provide consultancy on demand.

What Are The Concrete Advantages Of a Dedicated Server?

In short dedicated servers provide high levels of reliability, security, better performance and greater uptime.

  • As client has an exclusive server for the website bandwidth and storage space cannot be compromised by other users, as it can be the case with the shared environment.
  • Businesses can save a lot of money for they are not required to buy, or maintain costly equipment. With managed servers there is also no need to hire and retain a team of experts to handle potential technical issues, as host provider guarantees 24/7 technical support.
  • Dedicated servers offer greater power and more advanced features than VPS or shared hosting.

How To Choose Dedicated Servers

Dedicated servers are not cheap, so you should make sure that you choose the provider that will give you the best value for your money.

  • Look for providers that offer superior quality hardware, start with enterprise-grade HDDs.
  • The quality web host will offer 24/7/365 technical support via live chats, phone calls and email. Inquire about the response time, as it varies from host to host.
  • Ensure that your provider guarantees replacement of damaged or malfunctioning products. Typically these guarantees are given by data center to the providers, and then to you, therefore it is better if you go with the provider that operates its own data center and offers this type of guarantee.
  • Make sure your provider is open to installing additional software if required.
  • It is better to choose a provider who offers all key operating systems. The host should offer the more popular control panels to ensure a hassle-free migration for the website.

These are some basic criteria you should apply in order to choose a quality dedicated server host and enjoy all the benefits of the service, such as unlimited bandwidth and disk space, better security and performance

 

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