There are estimated to be 1.1 billion websites available globally and it is said that of these, 194 million are currently active. With so many sites for users to visit, the type of site, how it is hosted, the content it provides and the site speed are all vital factors.
As a business, you need to align your operations with a web hosting package that supports your goals and the needs of your customers. Here is a guide to the different types of web hosting services currently on offer so you can decide on your best fit.
Contents
- Web hosting services: a definition.
- What are the different types of web hosting services?
- How Pac Web Hosting services protect your website.
Web hosting services: a definition
A web hosting service provides the server space, resources, technologies and infrastructure required to host a site successfully so that it is visible for users on the internet.
In essence, this involves giving your site the space and storage necessary to keep your data and files secure to make sure that users can access your site whenever they need. As simple as it sounds, the security, speed and performance of your site need regular support, review and repair so it works efficiently and effectively for all users.
When selecting a web hosting provider for your site, considering reliability of service, robustness of security and innovation of technologies can help make the right decision. Undoubtedly, you want a hosting provider that helpfully supports your business objectives while keeping your data, and that of your customers, safe.
What are the different types of web hosting services?
Most business owners are looking for flexibility and results when it comes to web hosting services. Here is a round up of the most common types for you to choose from.
- Shared hosting
For some businesses, having a private server is not viable, particularly if budgets are tight or businesses are in their primary phases. A shared hosting package is a cost effective way to have your site hosted securely with visibility so users can find you.
Shared hosting essentially means that your site will have a section of a server dedicated to it with enough space, security and processing power to ensure it works seamlessly. This type of hosting is easy to set up and manage, making it a convenient option for many organisations.
- Virtual Private Server (VPS)
Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting provides dedicated resources on a server which is shared between multiple sites. It offers control and flexibility to site owners and is suitable for sites with moderate traffic. Each VPS is isolated from the others, meaning that security is a vital component.
- Dedicated hosting
For those businesses looking for exclusivity, a dedicated web hosting package offers sole access to a server for one site. This means that your site will have the server’s entire resources, security and technology at its disposal. Plus, the server’s full power will be focused on improving the speed and performance of your site.
With enhanced performance and control, you can grow your site at the same pace as your business, making it an attractive scalable option. However, there may be a higher cost involved, as the technical expertise and resource level will potentially be at an elevated standard.
- Cloud web hosting
Cloud web hosting means that your site can ‘inhabit’ space within a data centre which is run by a Cloud Service Provider (CSP) that hosts and maintains your site and its infrastructure.
However, rather than be in a physical space, your site gains access to the cloud’s resources. While this possibly increases flexibility and allows you to scale, there may be some additional costs and questions about the absolute nature of security.
Read our ultimate guide to e-commerce web hosting services in our article.
How Pac Web Hosting services protect your website
At Pac Web Hosting, it’s our mission to provide outstanding web hosting packages for your business and to offer robust security measures to protect your website.
We do this by running regular backups to safeguard your information and to quickly restore services if your site has a problem.
Due to the fact that we continually monitor your site, we issue alerts if there is any problem so that a rapid response is in place.
Web hosting services are also suitable for small businesses, and have many benefits.
Our technical support team offers you their expertise whenever you need it and we take security measures seriously, implementing a range of methods to protect against hacking and data breaches.
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