Archive for January, 2010

Security In Dedicated Servers

January 28th, 2010 by admin under Dedicated Servers. No Comments.

server securityDedicated servers platform is a complete system of hardware and software and it is a complicated environment where many components coexist and each has its own characteristics in terms of use and performance. The operating system is considered as a critical component on dedicated servers and the client choice is perhaps one of the most important decisions to take. The most important are Linux (RedHat, Debian, etc..), UNIX (FreeBSD, Solaris, etc..) And Windows (2000 Server, 2003 Server).

In many ways Windows and Linux / UNIX operating systems are comparable and even provide similar functionality. One of the important areas of debate among them is security. These systems meet the security specifications of the “Orange Book” of the National Computer Security Department of United States that is considered as the standard for evaluating IT security. The most common classification is C2, a requirement in marketing of products in most of the governmental services.

The differences in protection and security between Linux / UNIX and Windows can be attributed in part to the relative age of each of these operating systems. UNIX takes longer providing network services and therefore gathers more experience in handling safety violations. Windows in turn does not brings together so much experience in this environment. Anyway security flaws continuously appear on both platforms and patches must be applied continuously by their respective makers.

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Managed or Unmanaged Dedicated Server Hosting?

January 16th, 2010 by admin under Dedicated Servers. No Comments.

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The one who is into online business is pretty much familiar with the term “dedicated hosting servers” but still, there are lots of people who don’t know what is managed and what is unmanaged dedicated server.  Understanding the difference between managed and unmanaged dedicated servers can help you in taking a smart decision and that can lead to have a successful business online.

Managed Dedicated Servers Hosting

They are holding a very good market, with a wide range of prices, which depend on the needs of security, reliability and level of support. When choosing a host for  managed dedicated server, go for someone you trust, or lose some hours to perform an Internet search on the subject. Whatever the method, not to rush into a long-term contract without having good knowledge about the company that will provide the service.

Unmanaged Dedicated Servers Hosting

You will need to become a good manager and at a same time, a lot of training and computer skills to manage the unmanaged dedicated server. If you have a limited budget and ready to learn how to manage the unmanaged dedicated server then prepare yourself for a painful way. However, if your budget is good enough, then managed dedicated servers hosting will be the best solution.

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