Great Web Hosting

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Web hosting is an essential part of having an online presence.... and having a good reliable company to deal with could make all the difference!

To host your website online is relatively cheap, and there are many option... which we will go through in a second. A common mistake when looking for web hosting is choosing the cheapest option... which may not necessarily be the most reliable option and could cost you more in the long run in lost revenue. What is important is to have a reliable service and a responsive support and technical support should you need any help. Cheaper services may not have the same level of support.

The main hosting option are as follows

Shared Hosting
Reseller Account
VPS Hosting
Dedicated Server

Some hosting companies will have more than one plan available in each of the above listed hosting options, giving you even more freedom to streamline your businesses needs and requirements!

Shared Hosting

Shared hosting is for when starting out. Some plans allow only one domain while other plans in this same category allow unlimited hosted domain's. So it is essential to check out a few hosting companies to see what suites your needs and budget. The great thing is that most hosting companies will always allow you to upgrade (and even down grade) your package as your needs or business dictates. I have shared accounts with up to 25 websites.

Resellers Plan

With the resellers plan you get everything as above plus the ability to provide a hosting service under your own name brand for clients. Alternatively you may just need a load of web hosting and ability to set up many different hosting accounts or category. Reseller plans still use shared hosting where you share resources with other users.

VPS Hosting

VPS Hosting stands for Virtual Private Server which as the name implies allows you to run your own virtual server without the expense of a dedicated server. You would get guaranteed resources that would not be available on a shared service. VPS accounts are usually used by medium to large businesses, marketeers and web masters who have high traffic sites. (A nice problem to have)

Dedicated Server

Dedicated servers provide you with the ultimate in web hosting, giving you max control, reliability and stability with the resources been 100% yours. Having a dedicated server will provide your site with a higher level of security, speed and uptime.

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Tunde Tele
June 13th, 2010 - 18:45

Hi Wayne, excellent start.

I got to know about your blog through Dave Nicholson.

I like your cool header graphics and good informative post on web hosting to kick off.

Checkout your widgets, consider removing the meta and consider editing your email address on your contact page to reduce email spam. Try something similar to wayne [AT] waynecooperonline.com.

Here’s wishing you good success
Tunde
Wayne Cooper
June 15th, 2010 - 00:19

Thanks for the advice Tunde. I will change that now. As for the header… I went with Dave’s recommendation and am very happy. May need to tone the wording down on it a little initially though!
Wayne
Jim Watkins
June 15th, 2010 - 00:33

Hey Wayne,

Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment. Yes, I use the Socrates theme and love it.

I would like to add to your other commenter about your contact page. There is a sweet little plugin that will add a contact form to one of your blog pages. I really like it. You can download it free at http://green-beast.com/blog/?page_id=136

I’ll be dropping in occasionally as we progress in our online endeavors.

Jim
Robert Simpson
June 15th, 2010 - 09:18

Hi Wayne,

Nice Blog, Nice header Graphic

I enjoyed reading this post on web hosting as i have never looked into VPS hosting before… Hopefully i’ll need it very soon!

For the moment though i have a reseller account with hostgator which is more than adequate for my needs at present and it’s very cheap with great support.

I wish you all the very best with the rest of Dave Nicholson’s coaching class and your online business.

Robert
Mike Calmot
June 15th, 2010 - 16:36

Hi Wayne
Good post, lots of detail there.
I just leave all that the the technical guys at the hosting company, but its good to know what the options are.
Best wishes
Mike
Fellow DN Student
David Stewart
June 15th, 2010 - 22:41

I use Host Gator’s reseller account. I find their customer service to be excellent.
Wayne Cooper
June 15th, 2010 - 23:37

Hi Robert

I also have a resellers account with hostgator…. among other shared accounts and am very happy with them. D9 are also very good!

Wayne
Wayne Cooper
June 15th, 2010 - 23:39

Thanks Jim

I will certainly look into that plugin. Especially if its the best price…. “f’ree”

Wayne
Vova Sirotin
June 17th, 2010 - 06:40

Hey Wane,

Very good start, I found your post really imporant as hosting is #1 in online business.

Wish you all the best with building your online business

Vova
Sue Schlaiffer
June 20th, 2010 - 20:23

Hi Wayne,
Thank you for sharing this interesting post as reliable hosting is of paramount importance to any business. I would also like to add that it is also important to choose a hosting provider that will offer you the flexibility to change and adapt your hosting package as your business grows and your needs change.
Best wishes with your online journey.
Regards,
Sue.
Wayne Stanila
June 22nd, 2010 - 00:01

Hi Wayne,

Good article for getting everyone acquainted with web hosting. I learned

something new.

Looks like you are off to a great start!!

Best Of Luck,

Wayne Stanila@ Easy Home Business
David Phillips
June 22nd, 2010 - 20:17

Hi Wayne,

Very informative I learned a lot.

I do like that header keep up the good work

Best Regards
Davy Phillips
Betty Locke
June 23rd, 2010 - 00:01

Thank you Wayne for your comments on my blog. I think you have started off well with lots of good information about hosting. Your header is eye catching and amusing. Congratulations. Betty
Adrian Norton
June 23rd, 2010 - 08:46

Hi Wayne,

Yep, great header and I love the image on the post.

I’ve actually been contemplating switching over to Hostagtor’s reseller account for my niche sites. Another main benefit I saw was that you share the hosting with far fewer people than on the standard shared account. For now, I have decided to go with another shared hosting account with D9, as recommended by Dave.

I see that the Easy Retweet button at the top of your blog has pushed your image over towards the middle. I’ve just moved my button to the end of my posts to avoid this. It does look better, but it’s a shame because I think the button is more effective at the beginning.

Anyway, keep up the great work.
.
Adrian
Chrissy Winters
June 23rd, 2010 - 12:17

Hi Wayne,
Great post about hosting and the various types – I have definitely learned from it and hope that someday I will be needing more than shared hosting! If so, I will understand my options much better now so thanks for that.
All the best,
Chrissy
David Maddux
June 23rd, 2010 - 13:56

Hey Wayne,

Dude, your blog looks awesome. Seriously, you really have done some nice work.

I look forward to working with you, and sharing our success!

David Maddux
Wayne Cooper
June 23rd, 2010 - 21:57

Hi Adrian

I do have a Hostgator’s resellers account and am very happy with them. Would not hesitate to recommend Hostgator. But like you I also went with Dave’s D9 recommendation and I must say they do seem very professional. Using a few different hosting companies is not a bad thing… almost like an insurance policy…. just for “in case” one day you may need it!

Wayne
Wayne Cooper
June 23rd, 2010 - 22:01

Hi Chrissy

I am sure you will be needing more than shared hosting sooner than you think.
Wayne Cooper
June 23rd, 2010 - 22:02

Thanks David.

To success!

Wayne
Sally
June 25th, 2010 - 17:52

Hey Wayne

Thanks for explaining the wonders of web hosting, it can be a little confusing when you first start out, you explained it perfectly.

Found your blog from a comment you left on Ribert Simpsons, Sally
Rene Whitlock
June 27th, 2010 - 16:16

Hey Wayne

Great content on your page. I am sure I will need this information soon!
Nice header too.

Take care
Rene
Andy Michaels
June 29th, 2010 - 01:17

Hey Wayne,

I was also going to say that I liked the header on your blog but certainly looks like it is already been well covered by the other students.

Certainly looking good so far, nice looking blog and good information on the page.

Well done mate and here’s to better things for all.

Cheers

Andy
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