At one point or later, it is almost inevitable for someone who host a website or an email to switch to VPS or cloud hosting breaking away the shackles of shared web hosting. One is bound to experience speed and reliability at peak time issue with shared hosting. In want of saving buck by opting for unmanaged server instead of managed server is also a good and welcome move. Various open-source control panel like Virtualmin helps not only saving money but lifting the inherent restrictions imposed by shared hosting.
Why to opt VPS?
Managing your own VPS has some big advantages:
- Server resources are completely reserved for every VPS and in turn assuring user of fast accessing of their website even under heavy load.
- Freedom to install any software package, host N-number of websites or email accounts.
- Comfort of Secure shell (SSH) access – fast secure file transfers, remote backups and command-line control.
- Reduced vulnerability to being hacked, or your IP address being blacklisted
- Encrypted SSL (https) connections can be used to protect login passwords and host eCommerce sites.
- Ability to solve problem on your own without waiting for a support ticket to be answered.
- Easy upgradation and backup of server.
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Some disadvantage are:
- It is obvious to expect VPS to be more expensive than “free” or “shared” hosting.
- In my opinion, some technical ability needed is rather new and quite easy challenge exposing you to learn server management skills.
- Some regular effort is needed to monitor and maintain the server to keep it secure and reliable.
Final Words
When you decide to opt for VPS, KwikServer assures you of top notch quality services like Instant Setup, Fast & Reliable Service, Money Back Guarantee, 99.9% Uptime Guarantee, 24*7 support to name few.
