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When it comes to web hosting, there are many benefits to all three of these different services. Provided you know what your e-business needs, you should be able to take advantage and pick the most suitable system.
A shared server is an excellent starter system. You effectively hire space on a server. It is the cheapest option and provides a specific set amount of bandwidth and memory. Having a variety of different clients on your shared server, most of whom you will know very little about, may cause some slowing down, but for a small website this is perfect.
A dedicated server is a complete server, hired purely for your business. This avoids some of the greater problems of clogging or of monopolisation of the bandwidth by other websites. It also allows you to specify any precise requirements you have, such as extra memory because of the number of video blogs you have. Larger companies with a greater e-business ambition tend to move quickly to dedicated servers.
If you own your own hardware, then you can obviously leave it at home or in the office. Colocation offers the opportunity to move your hardware to a specially designed well maintained environment to keep your server, information, clients, orders and reputation free from fire, flood electricity surge and a whole host of other dangers.
Whatever the option you would like to try, talking to our team at CWCS puts you in contact with award winning experts with a wealth of experience in web hosting for internet businesses like yours.
With all the investment that goes into the development of your business onto the internet, we sometimes forget the product. Some businesses have been surprised by the interest shown in certain internet friendly products from their range. Often cheaper and smaller items are bought in much larger numbers online than their larger counterparts. This is partly due to the lack of familiarity the customer has in internet buying, and also the lack of trust the customer has in the postal service. Since both can go wrong, it is not surprising they feel a need to “test” the service before they are comfortable spending large amounts.
Thanks to this, there is a growing trend to market smaller items differently than more expensive goods. There may well be a hook for larger items in a car showroom – say, offering car vacuum cleaners at a discounted price; but on the internet they may prove to be a much more successful seller. As traffic increases however you might find that your requirements may change considerably. The kind of requests for one part of your business may not require so much attention, or memory space, than a more dynamic sideline. This is when web hosting is the primary consideration.
It may be that a dedicated server can handle these two sides of your business better than a shared system. Some businesses have found that by treating these newer markets separately, you can maximise your business potential.
At CWCS we specialise in web hosting and can advise you as to what a dedicated server or colocation hosting can do for your enterprise.
Top chefs know what it is to get a meal perfectly balanced. They spend years perfecting their recipes so they find the perfect combination of taste and texture. Getting the fish crunchy not oily. Making the risotto at a good, rich consistency. Finally, creating a sauce just right for the perfectly presented meal. After years and years of trying and testing, they know what makes a really good combination.
Your e-business is just like that meal, with each additional element just as important as the next. First there is the product itself. After years of development, you know better than anyone what your business is about. Your products have already been tried and tested successfully in the marketplace.
The presentation of your website is just as important, and whilst you may have to hand over some control to web designers and leave web hosting in their hands, you still have a very important input into the design – knowing what your profile and image is. Knowing what works for you and keeping it at the forefront of your customers’ minds.
At CWCS we are award winning experts at the next addition to your business. Our web hosting experience has helped thousands of businesses get that mix perfectly balanced so the client can get to your product seamlessly without Linux or Windows servers crashing or going down. So your clients’ queries and orders are quickly delivered to you. A good web hosting service is the sauce that makes everything work. Then all you have to do is enjoy the dessert.
If you are just starting to look for a company to provide the web hosting for your site, whether it is a dedicated server or colocation hosting, you may want to pay heed to the problems other people have had in the past.
Make sure that your web hosting company either takes regular backups or ensures that you can do so at your own convenience. The last thing you want to do is to pay in advance for a year’s service and find that they lose your website. Keep a backup.
There are some real web hosting horror stories out there. There are companies with no scruples or business acumen conning clients out of money, destroying their reputation and losing them valuable clients. The internet is a big place, and you will always get rogue traders. That is why it is so important to do the research on your web site provider before you hand over any money.
Knowing what you need from your managed web hosting service is a good start. How much bandwidth do you require? How much memory to store your pages, pictures and videos? How many clients are you expecting?
At CWCS we have been successfully dealing with online businesses for over 10 years, and we have learnt how to get the most out of the internet. We have seen e-businesses thrive and we have worked very hard to improve the sites of businesses not getting so much success. Look at our website and see how we can help you.
It is not uncommon to hear of website owners complaining about their web hosting services. Before owning a website, most business owners would not have understood the term but when things start to go wrong, ‘web hosting‘ can become the dreaded words that you do not want to hear when you are trying to represent your firm online.
A top example would be to find that your websites are down – or perhaps even worse, alternate up and down so frequently that it is difficult to prove how or why to your web hosting company. This problem is compounded if you are unable to get in touch with a representative from the web hosting company, even if they are in the UK. Raising a service ticket can be frustrating if they do not respond in a timely fashion – or even worse, appear to go into a black hole.
There are so many real and genuine complaints against bad website hosting services. Looking through the array of reviews on different servers, identifying which companies give you good service and which don’t is a minefield. The biggest most, concurrent problem is with service. Not answering complaints, not refunding a client, and no information as to why the server is down.
At CWCS, communication and service are our best skills. We pride ourselves in good clear communication and excellent service at all times. It has to be, or we would not be an award winning web site hosting server that has helped clients for over 10 years. Call us and see what we can do for you.
Most people, when they start running a website for the first time, like to get as much of an understanding as they can of the products they are using. They look for large, well respected, trusted companies to help them achieve their goals. The idea is that if you are in the same boat as so many others, then there will be more people to help you.
Certainly this is very true in the case of Windows servers. With over 80% of websites run on them and a huge multi-national corporation behind it, you won’t find a safer bet. The real benefit of going with a large company, of whom you are already familiar with, is that you probably know how to do the basics. There is no need for the instruction manual to find where certain functions are, since you already use it at work, or at home on your own PC.
Also, since Windows servers are the industry standard, you can be assured that any new software will come out on the Microsoft packages first, because programmers know where the market is, and will almost always try to aim to reach the biggest share.
At CWCS we have been working with Windows servers for over a decade, and our award winning team have solutions for even the simplest of problems. We are proud of our web hosting services and can offer a Windows server or a Linux server to suit any and all of your needs.
Hosting a large corporate website can be a challenging but rewarding task, the right hosting solution will ensure your web presence is not interrupted with downtime and your website boasts the highest level of performance.
Fail over hosting solutions should be considered when hosting large websites handling large amounts of traffic. The best way to consider a fail over hosting solution is to measure the impact caused to your business if websites were off-line. If it’s crucial to your business the websites are available 100% of the time, failover hosting solutions are the way to go.
What are my options?
There are different methods of fail-over hosting solutions; a load balanced solution will ensure there is still availability if a server node does go offline. Performance may suffer in the event of a server going off-line, although there will still be hosting servers available to handle your request. This hosting solution offers an instant switch-over where the load balancer is dedicated to routing traffic based on availability and load. Traffic is only passed to available dedicated servers which have enough resources to handle the request.
Another option is a mirrored dedicated server, at a separate location. The dedicated server is kept up-to-date with frequent incremental updates to your data. Although the secondary server would not handle traffic unless there is a problem with the primary server. This method of fail-over covers any disasters the primary location including power outages, network problems, physical damage, and any problems with the primary server.
Managing a complex hosting solution
You may be thinking this type of hosting solution is too much to manage and will take too much time to maintain. With CWCS Managed Hosting, you can be assured your hosting solution is backed up with the highest standard of technical support. Management from your part can be minimal and support staff will regularly ensure your set-up is running smoothly at all times.
Need to know more?
You will have questions if you consider a complex hosting solution, we have experts ready to answer all your questions. Contact us now to find out more…
CWCS Managed Hosting
0845 203 1000
Microsoft is one of the world’s largest companies, selling computer technology across the world. They created the Windows Operating System and also the industry standard Windows Office package that can be seen in almost every business in the UK today. Microsoft also produces a Windows server, which currently runs over 80% of operating websites around the world. There is a huge burden of responsibility on Microsoft and its founder Bill Gates to get it right:
“I think it’s fair to say that personal computers have become the most empowering tool we’ve ever created. They’re tools of communication, they’re tools of creativity, and they can be shaped by their user.”
The Windows server 2008 package is specifically designed to be user friendly. Built to look like Microsoft’s new operating system Windows 7, the new server is both clever and looks fabulous. And with their new media streaming upgrades, Microsoft are putting on the final touches to an already astounding programme.
“If you can’t make it good, at least make it look good.”
In this Windows server, Microsoft have achieved both targets admirably. The new system is much better implemented than the previous 2003 model, with easier to understand navigation and a more straightforward installation process.
“The Internet is becoming the town square for the global village of tomorrow.”
And Windows server 2008 seems to be the right server to get your business there. At web hosting company CWCS we can show you how windows server 2008 can give your business a boost.
Imagine your website as a library of information. People come and go, they may ask for information about your products, perhaps they want to fill out forms, or just find out where your stores are located. Some may be ready to buy there and then. It is clear that the larger the site, the more people will want to browse.
Now imagine your library has a wealth of information with video tutorials, helpful blogs, and lots of photographs. Imagine your library is brightly lit, with clearly defined areas to go. Imagine your library is well stocked and intelligently designed. This all sounds great, but then imagine that there are only a few staff, and they go out to lunch often. How disappointing it would be to all those potential customers?
Having a poor web hosting server is just like having poor staff. Without a fast system behind you, you clients will become frustrated and look elsewhere. Investing in your website is a good idea, but it needs to be backed up with the right questions about your dedicated server – is it an appropriate bandwidth, is there enough memory for what I want to provide? Is it value for money?
At CWCS we have over 10 years award winning experience at the very top of the UK’s web hosting industry. If you have a Linux server or a Windows server, we can show you how we can help your customers get what they want from your website without struggling thanks to a poor hosting service.
Building the perfect website involves lots of different skills. Deciding the company image and how to incorporate it into your site is difficult. There are some companies who have changed their names completely to become more web-friendly, while others have changed their image to suit net users. Every company has noticed the effect that the internet has had to trading. Customers are now better informed as to what they want, and how much it should cost.
Your site needs to look interesting with relevant images. It also needs to be informative and clear, simple to navigate, be spaced out and above all stylish. Today’s net customer needs to trust you, and your firm. Professionalism shows you have spent time and effort in your site, it shows you know what you are talking about, that you are trustworthy, and it proves you are committed.
As well as the site itself; there is the question of which web hosting company to use? What type of server to plump for? Where to store the hardware? What bandwidth do you need? What memory storage do you require? How do your customers get in touch with you? The last thing you need is a beautiful website that your clients can’t use because it takes too long to load up the pictures.
At CWCS, we have been finding the right solutions to your web hosting problems for years, and many companies have trusted our award winning web hosting service and colocation sites. See if we can help your e-business grow.
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