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Friday, February 6, 2009

Web Hosting- Your Business’ Backbone


A web host is the backbone of your website. It can make the difference between temporarily offline and up and running! The best hosting today is provided by websites such as Bluehost, GoDaddy etc. Most of today’s web host, which are basically servers, are powered by Linux platform. While most of them offer the same services there are a few important details to pay attention to.
Always chose a web host that offers PHP5 and latest version an SQL database software as these are the two basic things you will need. If you are a newcomer its best to opt Fantastico! or a similar automatic script installer software. These help you getting your website running within seconds and a few clicks of the mouse. Every web host mentions its up-time guarantee which often is 99.9%. However always ask other customers of that web host before using to get first hand information.
Web host usually offer domain name registering along with web hosting usually as a package. Preferably go for a .com TLD unless your website is non commercial. Also check the content prohibited by your webhost otherwise they may pull your website down without notice. If the content you plan to have is confidential opt for SSL. Payment methods are mostly via online cash such as credit card or Paypal. Popular webhosts offer money back guarantee so make sure you keep all your details. Also if you are unsure about the nameservers configuration have a webmaster do it for you.

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