A Data Centre for your Dedicated Server

Many businesses move to dedicated server hosting once they have built up their business to a level where they are receiving high traffic volumes. A dedicated server gives you full use of the resources and also total freedom to configure as you wish. Security is also another bonus of a dedicated server as you will not be affected by the actions of other web masters. If your business has many customers and especially if you hold any confidential information regarding your clients, security is of the utmost importance. You have a responsibility to your clients to keep any sensitive information safe and secure. This applies especially to the finance sector.

Your server is at risk from many outside elements when stored on your own premises, such as theft, fire or flood. Finding a reliable web hosting company that offers a secure data centre is a top priority if you are looking to protect your server and the information it holds from potential hazards. Managed hosting is also an option and is especially cost effective for any business owner who doesn't have the technical knowledge or the time available to manage his own server.

Here at CWCS we provide secure data centre facilities to ensure the security of your dedicated server and the confidential information it holds. We provide you with your own account manager to offer assistance when required. We have a variety of hosting plans all at competitive prices, which offer a first class support service for our customers.

When do you need a Dedicated Server?

Many online business owners start their journey with shared web hosting, which is a suitable option for a small business with low traffic synergies or a new business. If you are new to online business, shared web hosting is the better option as the host will deal with the server administration for you, leaving you with plenty of time to become acquainted with the technology.

There is never a specific time when you should move to dedicated server hosting, but there are certain factors that will play a part in your decision and the timing. If you are generating a large income from your online business and you would suffer a serious setback through lack of services then you should consider switching to a dedicated server. Most web hosting companies will guarantee you uptime for your website and usually exceed this guarantee.

If you have the intention of installing your own customised software applications you will definitely require a dedicated server as with shared hosting you only have the software provided by the host. With shared hosting you will have to upgrade your server as your traffic volumes increase as you will have limited resources. With dedicated server hosting you have unlimited resources, so you won't face the problem of having to upgrade at a future date.

If you are going to rent or buy a dedicated server choosing a host that will provide the option of a managed service and full support is essential. Here at CWCS we have a managed hosting service which will leave you free to concentrate on your business.

Web Hosting – Multiple websites

Hosting multiple websites can be a time consuming task, as a certain level of management is required to ensure all websites are running smoothly and clients do not exceed specified limits.

Choosing a managed web hosting provider will help towards maintaining the server and ensure your server is actively monitored. Monitoring is an essential task as downtime to customers websites could cause major problems and in some cases could lead to losing business. Many web designers do not focus strongly on web hosting and prefer to have a hosting provider who takes take of time consuming management tasks.

Multiple website hosting usually means they are multiple clients. This also means there are multiple expectations from each client and you need to be able to accommodate each customers requirements individually. This can sometimes be difficult if the web hosting provider uses global settings on the server which will apply to every client. Ensure your web hosting provider is flexible and can set specific limits to clients accounts which makes it possible to create a custom hosting environment for each website.

Many web hosting providers have hosting packages suitable for hosting multiple websites, these are often refereed to reseller packages. Reseller web hosting packages are generally the most flexible, it's even possible to have a single domain user which can access a control panel to manage there own account without changes having to be made from the reseller.

Providing a web hosting environment for multiple websites is not always an easy task, regular maintenance checks and audits are required. Providing support to a large user base can also be a difficult, by choosing a web hosting company with the correct infrastructure, support and management will allow you more time to focus of designing websites for your customers rather than maintaining the web hosting environment.

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What is a Dedicated Server?

A dedicated server is the number one choice when it comes to web hosting and is in demand by businesses large and small. It is particularly sought after by any business that requires extra security as well as unlimited resources. A dedicated server will be purchased or rented from a host company who then store and possibly manage it for you.

When selecting a hosting company that will provide dedicated servers it is therefore imperative that the hosting company have a secure location with a data centre that caters for the safe storage of your server. Here at CWCS we offer high specification data centres that will provide the utmost security for your server. We manage our data centres ourselves, working around the clock to ensure total reliability for our clients as well as twenty four hour support for extra convenience, and can provide both dedicated Linux servers and dedicated Windows servers.

A dedicated server will be the primary choice for a business that is expanding and looking for extra reliability as well as extra resources . Although complex to maintain, it can provide the extra stability required to run a successful business. It is possible to obtain a cheap web hosting plan but care should be taken to ensure that you are going to receive the service required to run your business. It is also advisable to make sure you know what you are paying for as some companies will charge for extra services, such as support. A dedicated server is the optimum choice for any business, whatever its size; as it will allow to grow and expand over time.

Dedicated to Small Business

There is a common misconception that dedicated server hosting is only suitable for larger businesses and are out of reach for smaller businesses, but that is simply not the case. The majority of online businesses rely on their website being available to drive customers to their merchandise. Without a website available for visitors, there can be no sales. Dedicated server hosting is the best option for guaranteeing complete reliability for your website.

A dedicated server is particularly beneficial to a small business that deals in the finance sector of the market, as security must be very high. A dedicated server is completely safe from the activities of other websites and cannot be affected by others, so security is much higher than with shared hosting. The resources of a dedicated server are also beneficial as you have your own allocation of memory and other resources.

The one disadvantage with dedicated server hosting is the complexity of the system. You will have to be responsible for the installation of software, the general maintenance and monitoring security. One solution is to make use of managed hosting. Here at CWCS we offer managed hosting services that can help you to get the most from your dedicated server. We offer a guaranteed uptime as well as a daily or weekly back up service, so you will never have to worry about your website being out of action again.

Choosing dedicated server hosting is the sensible choice for any business that depends upon its website being available for a maximum time as well as offering their clients security as standard.

A Virtual Experience

Making the choice to move away from shared web hosting can be a complex decision for any business owner to make. Shared hosting for your website is usually perfectly adequate in the early days of running your own business with the technical side taken care of for you. Moving to dedicated server hosting is a major decision as it involves a higher degree of technical knowledge and higher costs for your business. An alternative for someone who perhaps doesn't need the powerful resources of a dedicated server but needs a little more security and memory for their website is virtual dedicated server hosting.

This is the process of sharing a dedicated server with other business owners, but you are completely separate from the other websites and therefore cannot be affected by the actions of another webmaster. Your security will be much higher, which will benefit your business greatly and improve your uptime. You will also have greater resources.

Many hosting companies can provide virtual dedicated server hosting, but care should still be taken to choose a company who are reliable and will do everything possible to make your business life easier. A company such as us here at CWCS can give you total and complete support, which is vital; especially if you don't have extensive technical knowledge. We assign a personal project manager who is available to assist you if you experience any difficulties, although the Plesk Control Panel makes daily management simple for you. A reliable web hosting company that is able to make the control of your server simple will leave you with more free time for other aspects of your business.

The Right Choice

Moving from shared web hosting to dedicated server hosting can be a complicated and stressful time, especially if you don't have extensive knowledge of maintaining a dedicated server. Even if you have the technical knowledge and experience required, making sure your server is constantly available and without any problems can be a full time job. Unless you are considering paying someone to be solely responsible for the IT in your business then it may be wise to consider managed hosting.

Selecting a hosting company to provide reliable dedicated server hosting is crucial to the success of your business. Without effective management you will experience many difficulties which will ultimately affect your company and eventually your customers. To be able to run your business in a cost effective manner, providing a top class service for your clients relies on your hosting company understanding what your requirements are for your dedicated server hosting and being able to fulfill them.

Before signing a contract with a hosting company it is essential to make sure that you know exactly what will be provided in your hosting package, and how much you will pay for the service. Ensure that your requirements will be fully met so that you don't end up with unexpected bills or problems with your website. Here at CWCS we are proud to have achieved awards for being the top web hosting providers and continue to live up to these expectations by providing the service you expect from us. The only way that your business can be successful is if you choose a hosting company that is able to support you completely in all areas of your server hosting.