Virtual hosting, VPS, dedicated server: the main differences, who will be suitable for whom and what for

When you need to organize the activities of the business online, to launch a website, it is important to decide on the place of its location. The most popular services are shared hosting, VPS and dedicated server. Let's consider how they differ, who will be suitable for whom and for what tasks.

What is shared hosting

The server and its resources are divided into many users. At their disposal:

• Storage.
• Processor power.
• RAM.

All clients are provided with a ready-made system to work with. They can not change it to another and install additional software.

Virtual hosting resembles a hostel, in which each guest has his own sleeping place. However, he can only use the locker allocated to him. All residents in a hostel share the kitchen and bathroom.

Virtual hosting is suitable for small websites, blogs and online stores. They have low traffic, so they do not require increased power of equipment.

What is VPS

VPS or virtual private server is a space allocated on a physical server for several clients. At the disposal of each site is a virtual machine, on which you can place web pages, applications. The tenant can make individual system settings. Management of its hardware and resources is available. The server owner and the service provider ensure the operation of technology and high quality of communication.

VPS can be compared to hotel rooms rented by different people. Each client has a room with all amenities at his disposal.

VPS service is suitable for websites, online stores, which have high traffic and require increased performance. It is rented if you need more control over the web server environment and install your own software. VPS can be integrated with other accounting programs or CRM systems.

What is a dedicated server

The provider fully leases a server - a computer in a data center - to the client. He gets full access to the system, can customize technical and program parameters. The lessee installs the operating system, programs suitable for his business and performs preventive and technical work.

Advantages of a dedicated server:

• Unauthorized access to information on it is minimal. High level protection.
• All server power, its RAM are available to the tenant.
• Webmaster can install all necessary programs and make settings.

Dedicated server is much more expensive than VPS and shared hosting. You also need experience and skills to manage the operation of the server and programs installed on it for the site.

Dedicated server can be compared to a house rented by one client. The one who resides there can use everything. If necessary, he makes a rearrangement or buys additional furniture.

Dedicated server is suitable for large-scale online projects with a large amount of data and high traffic. It is also rented for businesses that require increased protection from hacking. To use this service, it is necessary that the company's staff had technical experts, because the provider does not provide configuration and maintenance of the server. It only rents a powerful computer.