How To Choose The Right Web Host For You

Sorry for the delay in post. Life has been a bit hectic and I promise to give an update on my blogging project!  But first here is a post on how to choose the right web host(which is key!)

The great news about the web is that pretty much anyone can start and maintain their own website. Now before you can just debut your site for the world to see, you have to pick the right web host that will fit your needs and budget. Usually offered by internet service providers and web hosting specialists, web hosts provide space for websites on internet servers so that people can access them when they are connected. Below are the main types of web hosting and what you should keep in mind as you decide on the right type of web hosting for you.
 
Free Web Hosting
If you plan on starting a small site with relatively little traffic, such as a personal website or even a very small business website, then free web hosting could be a perfect choice. This option is best for people not too concerned with the performance of the site and who won’t be needing much customer support. Although it is usually supported by ads, free web hosts will provide you with your very own free web page . There are many free web hosting services available so do some research on which ones will give you more advanced services for free. Some free hosting providers offer common gateway interface (CGI), PHP, and other advanced features. Even if you do plan on eventually running a very large business on the web, a free hosting provider could be very useful in testing and preparing certain pages while saving some extra bucks.
 
Shared Hosting
If you are trying to run a larger site with average instead of little traffic, there are still economical options available through shared hosting providers. In shared web hosting, multiple websites lie on one server. This is the most commonly used type of web hosting. Price of a site through shared hosting is an average of $7 a month. Fortunately for you, the web host provider is in charge of managing the servers by installing software and updates, and providing technical support. With shared hosting, remember that reliability and security may be a cause for concern because your site may be among hundreds of other sites on the same server. Also, disk space may be limited and there may be restrictions on web traffic. But depending on which package of services you choose from a web hosting provider, there are many benefits to choosing shared hosting. 
 
Dedicated Hosting
 This type of service is usually for large, resource intensive sites, like e-commerce sites, and sites that get thousands of visitors each day. With dedicated hosting, you have more control because you are the only one using a particular server. This is where you can host many of your sites and don’t have to share it with anyone else. Obviously, this is an expensive option but it is also much more reliable than shared hosting.
No matter which type of hosting you decide on, always research the limits on bandwidths, traffic and disk space. Know what extent of support you would like to have, such as 24-hour phone support or only email based support. Be realistic about what your site will need not just now but also later because it can be time consuming to switch hosts. With the proper knowledge and research, you and your site can find the best web hosting match.
 

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