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Web Hosting Explained (Part II)

admin — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 12:36:28 +0000

DATABASES

This element is vital to manage all content on our site, especially if it is dynamic. All information is collected in these systems and are accessible to the end user. Currently, cPanel web Hosting (available on Linux) is the most widespread option because of its stability, power and simple application that making the managing task easier.

For broader deployments, web hosting companies usually give the option to make the leap (of course, at an additional cost) to SQL Server, a system geared to big business.

PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES

As we discussed, the platform chosen by the user has an unspoken relationship with the programming language that developers use on the web. Classic ASP and ASP.NET on Windows systems, while PHP is the preferred option in Linux. Traditionally, the choice is based on the programming languages required by the customer.

Windows has the advantage of being able to use ASP and ASP.NET natively, but you can strap up the power of PHP if necessary. However, the stability of Linux, according to many (including me) has no comparison, and the LAMP platform (Linux, Apache, MySQL and PHP) is a safe bet for anyone.
Obviously, not everything is reduced to ASP, ASP.NET or PHP, and many developers use languages such as Perl, Java Servlets (JSP) and CGI, widely used for their speed of execution (though that of the interpreted languages like PHP is excellent .)

However, the use of several languages complicates the maintenance and management of web hosting package, so that the general trend is to opt for the traditional PHP or ASP.

Read More: Web Hosting Explained (Part I)

Read More: Web Hosting Explained (Part III)

Read More: Web Hosting Explained (Part IV)

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Security In Dedicated Servers

admin — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:12:10 +0000

Dedicated 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?

admin — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:39:42 +0000

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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