Choosing a Dedicated Server
Becoming an internet marketer who makes money online at the first time you might be starting by one domain and one hosting account. As your online grow you might be need a dedicated server someday.
The primary advantage of using dedicated server than usual hosting is the ability to install whatever software the client like. There will be more flexibility and administrative options. Dedicated server clients do not share resources like the usual hosting plans, but they are at liberty to use all the available resources.
How to Choose a Dedicated Server
There are few aspects if you want to choose a dedicated server. They are Space, bandwidth, Hardware options and operating system. Bandwidth and space is basically the same with if you buy a hosting plan. How much bandwidth you require can be adjusted with your service provider, and the space given is generally related to the size of your hard drive.
When choosing a dedicated server, hardware options are also important to consider. You’ll need to pick a processor that’s up to the task, the amount of memory you wish installed, firewall options, and the size of the hard drive.
And the other important thing is Operating System. The operating system you choose should be related directly to what operation the server will perform and what software will be installed. That will be the thing to consider whether to choose Linux-based or Windows-based. It is like the operating system installed on our personal computer. Once the operating system is installed, it will enable to perform tasks more simply.
One good alternative to get this dedicated servers service is Hostgator.




Alex
Very well described article.First thing is understanding needs of dedicated server else there are lot more option available like VPS, shared etc.
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Comment — June 16, 2008 @ 1:26 am
Tim
You should also note that when choosing a dedicated server or vps ask about support. Support is HUGE in choice of your server. There is a managed and unmanaged support. Unmanaged is just that, you break it,you fix it, or they can reload the OS for you. Managed means if you break it they will support you. Hell I have a managed vps box with Server Intellect and they hold my hand with the support which is nice if you don’t or cant support the server yourself. Price is the last thing you want to look at, find the support first
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Comment — July 1, 2008 @ 1:44 pm
hc
I second what Tim says - you should take into account what kind of support is available. If you’re not a sysadmin, don’t get an unmanaged dedicated server! And try to find out if their support is on-site and local, or subcontracted, that makes a huge difference.
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Comment — August 1, 2008 @ 10:37 am
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