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Which Dedicated Server: Managed or Unmanaged?

February 8th, 2010 · No Comments · Uncategorized

Web server hosting in simple terms is the process of a web server designed to operate as a server that keeps your web site files. The server loads up the files and videos to all people accessing your domain name, if set up as a web server. Different hosting plans exist, and they range from shared hosting servers to semi-dedicated and dedicated servers. Dedicated servers come in two choices: managed servers and unmanaged server hosting.

Managed Dedicated Hosting

Managed Dedicated Servers come controlled by the service providing the server. As with all virtual private servers, you are given admin access, however a managed server has the added benefit of the OS (Windows or Linux) security patches being installed onto your server. This makes sure all security patches are updated on time. The managed services will also control initial web server setup, security scans for viruses, and emergency services. If you are unfamiliar with linux servers and the methods to apply patches and troubleshoot problems like memory useage, then this choice is for you. When looking for these hosting servers, they can also also be called an assisted service plan.

Unmanaged Dedicated Server Hosting

Unlike the servers where it is all managed for you, these are completely controlled by you. If you have a problem with your web server, you will have to troubleshoot problems. Many dedicated hosting service providers do still offer support with self managed dedicated hosting. Support is required for hardware failures and other network problems within the hosting centre. After all, you are able to access the server, but you do not ever physically see the server, so you are unable to troubleshoot hardware failures.

The purchaser’s knowledge of dedicated server setup will help pick if a managed or unmanaged dedicated server solution is required. Many dedicated server hosting plans exist with various price points, but knowing if its managed dedicated server hosting or unmanaged server hosting will assist you in determining if the price warrants the service being provided to you. When buying any server, a higher price is indicative of a managed dedicated server solution.

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