Web Hosting Explained (Part IV)

Posted by admin on June 8, 2010 Comments Off

DOMAINS and SUBDOMAINS

A domain is not always associated with the hosting plan that is provided from our supplier, in fact, it is quite common to hire a domain from other provider and host it with another. They are usually two separate services, so that although some include it in the same offer, it’s different concepts, since the implementation of this element involves a more complex series of operations for the supplier.

MANAGEMENT

The management of our Web hosting is a critical task that is simplified with a number of elements that many companies offer more or less success. FTP access accounts are the clear choice to upload content. Therefore, they are virtually mandatory in all services, some of which (the most expensive) can have different accounts to which several people have permission to “hang” information in the portal.

Although this element is important, it is even more so-called Control Panel, a component with the same name as the one used often in Windows Hosting and allows access to all configurable parameters of our space: email accounts and users, bases data, domain management, statistics, records in the log, changing passwords, amount of information downloaded, disk space, etc. There are several types, such as cPanel, Helm, Plesk, Ensim and DirectAdmin, and each has certain characteristics (and price, obviously) not the subject of this article.

Suffice it to say that each web hosting provider usually offers some, according to the plan chosen, and even a second owner. Having a standard tool has some benefit, for example, have backups that can be restored on another provider without much effort.

EXTRA SERVICES

Along with the traditional features that we want, there are a number of options that are enabled by default or optionally according to the plan they welcome us. These include the implementation in our portal online shops, user forums, transaction security mechanisms (essentially, using SSL), or additional scripts. Keep in mind that if we have the web hosting and support of databases and languages such as PHP (normal) are eligible for many of these services independently and without additional cost. There are numerous tools that allow us to integrate these services at our website, as PHPBB2, OsCommerce, Mambo and PHPNuke, to name just a few examples in we can have.

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3. Should not impose limitations on traffic. The best companies will offer unlimited bandwidth and should ensure that your site works at peak use.

4. Unrestricted access to CGI, FTP, Telnet. CGI scripts are important to the site easier. Your accommodation should have a folder called CGI-BIN “script to make the support site.

5. 24 hour technical support through various channels including telephone. A good web hosting company will offer management system of “tickets”, assistance via email and telephone, and will also include a database of frequently asked questions. Some may even offer real-time chat and video tutorials.

6. Control panel to manage your site through a browser. Allows you to control all aspects of your web hosting. Practically all paid web hosting packages offers this type of application.

7. If you have an online business then the security of your transactions is a mandatory requirement. Many companies already offer security systems but it is natural that some are available for an additional payment.

8. Managing Emails. Your web hosting should have an unlimited number of mailboxes, they should also provide access POP and IMAP, automatic response system, forwarding emails, create mailing lists (of course with a limit of subscribers), anti-virus and anti-spam built in, and access via browser (webmail).

9. No limit on stay in a hosting contract. If you are someone who jumps from company to company of course will not want to sign contracts to remain mandatory.

10. Money back guarantee. A web hosting company should provide at least 30 days for refund if not satisfied with the services provided. This is one of the best signs that any company can demonstrate to their customers, and proof of quality and professionalism of its employees.

We can easily see that the web hosting company that meets these requirements is certainly a reliable company and concerned to provide the best quality to its customers. I have tried to summarize here the main requirements although there are certainly others who were not mentioned herein and may also serve their best interests. It’s up to each of us to assess their own needs and seek the best offer on the market. Fortunately, many good deals are available.

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