What is web hosting and why do we need it?
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Last Update 2 anni fa
In simple terms, web hosting provides a secure place to store online content. The code, images, videos, and text that comprise a website all have to be stored somewhere. Without a stable digital repository, none of us could consistently access content on the web. There are different types of web hosting services with Jayson Solutions and we are to explore these in this article.
Wordpress hosting
WordPress hosting is similar to shared hosting. The main difference, however, is that your WordPress website will share a server exclusively with other WordPress installs. Both your service and support are tailored to the specific features of WordPress, and solutions are optimized to maximize WordPress performance.
Shared Hosting
Shared hosting has its benefits and is the perfect hosting package for new users and those who don’t need a vast amount of resources. Typically the most affordable of all hosting options, a shared web hosting account exists on one physical server that can house many websites, all of which share the same limited resources like disk space, bandwidth, and data.
Affordable and good for beginners, shared hosting is a good option to get your website off the ground. Shared Hosting typically has enough resources for most customers to achieve their goals without exceeding limitations – e.g. no root access, high resource usage, and custom server configuration. Here’s a quick summary of the types of shared plans offered by Jayson Solutions
Business – Individuals and small to medium-sized organizations
Reseller – Anyone looking to sell web hosting to others
Optimized WordPress Hosting – Faster performance (not just for WordPress)
Dedicated Server Hosting
Dedicated hosting is a great option for when a VPS is no longer providing you its performance benefits. With a server space that is entirely your own, dedicated hosting means that all of the server’s resources are completely dedicated to your site. Dedicated servers are easy to customize and can even be set up to host multiple sites on the same server for users managing several projects.
Can I Host a Website From My Own Computer?
Though you can build and locally host a website on your own computer, you will need more resources for it to be easily accessible to the public. To host your website from your home computer, it would need to be connected to the internet at all times. You would also need to ensure you have a dedicated IP address for your location. Once you ask for one of those from your internet service provider (ISP), they may force you to upgrade to a business plan, which can cost hundreds of dollars per month.
Your computer would also need to be set up with dedicated web server software and security software to block malicious intruders. In addition, you will also need to be able to troubleshoot any issues that may arise with hosting the website and allowing your computer to run 24/7. Unless you’re an advanced user and have the resources, hosting your own website isn’t cost-effective or feasible.
Domain Name vs. Web Hosting
Securing web hosting for your website and purchasing a domain name are two separate steps when establishing a web presence. We’ve defined web hosting as the home where the website will live, but you will still need to purchase a domain name for the website. A domain is not only the name of your website, but it also serves as its address, allowing potential customers to find and view your website. Registering a domain is easy and can be done before or after purchasing a web hosting plan.