Web Hosting and it’s types:-
Web Hosting is a service that allows hosting/post-web-server applications
(website or web page) on a computer system through which web-browser
clients can have easy access to electronic content on the Internet.
Different types of Web Hosting
1. Free Hosting
2. Shared/Virtual Hosting
3. Dedicated Hosting
4. Co-located Hosting
5. VPS (Virtual Private Server) Hosting
6. Cloud Hosting
7. Managed Hosting
8. Reseller Hosting
9. WordPress Hosting
1. Free Hosting
Free Hosting is a non-paid web hosting service. Many prominent sites offer
to host some web pages at no cost.
Advantages:
o Free of cost
o Websites can host advertisements, banners, and other
advertising media
Disadvantages:
o Lacks customer support
o Low bandwidth and lesser data transfer
o No control over your website
2. Shared/Virtual Hosting
Shared or Virtual Hosting is a web hosting service where many websites
reside on one web server connected to the internet. It allows presenting
oneself as a fully independent identity to the web audience under one’s own
domain name, like www.yourname.com, with a hosting plan.
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Assistant Professor
(Department of Computer Science)
Advantages:
o Easy and affordable
o Secured by hosting provider
o 24/7 technical support
Disadvantages:
o Shared resources can slow down the server
o Less flexible than dedicated hosting
3. Dedicated Hosting
Dedicated Hosting involves hosting on a dedicated server and is best
suited for large websites with high traffic. Companies rent an entire web
server from a hosting company for their exclusive use. This setup is ideal for
hosting larger websites, managing others’ sites, or operating big online
malls, such as those hosted on Google Cloud.
Advantages:
o Ideal for large businesses
o Strong database support
o Unlimited software support
o Powerful email solutions
o Complete root access to servers
Disadvantages:
o Very expensive
o Requires advanced technical skills
4. Co-located Hosting
Co-located Hosting allows you to place your own web server on the
premises of a service provider. It is similar to dedicated hosting, but the
server is provided by the user-company itself, while its physical needs (like
power and cooling) are supported by the hosting company, similar to setups
offered by AWS.
Advantages:
o Greater bandwidth and high uptime
o Unlimited software options
o High security
Disadvantages:
o Difficult to configure and debug
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Assistant Professor
(Department of Computer Science)
o Expensive
o Requires high technical skills
5. VPS (Virtual Private Server) Hosting
VPS Hosting splits a physical server into multiple virtual servers. Each user
gets their own virtual space, but the physical server is shared among several
users. This option bridges the gap between shared hosting and dedicated
hosting.
Advantages:
o More affordable than dedicated hosting
o Greater control and customization than shared hosting
o Better privacy and security compared to shared hosting
Disadvantages:
o More expensive than shared hosting
o Requires more technical knowledge to manage
o Limited resources compared to a dedicated server
6. Cloud Hosting
Cloud Hosting involves hosting websites across multiple virtual servers that
pull from an underlying network of physical servers. It offers high scalability
and flexibility, making it ideal for websites that experience variable traffic.
Advantages:
o Highly scalable; resources can be adjusted based on real-time
needs
o Pay-as-you-go pricing model can be cost-effective
o Generally offers high uptime and continuity
Disadvantages:
o Can be more complex to configure than traditional hosting
o Costs can escalate if not managed properly
o Security concerns due to shared resources
7. Managed Hosting
Managed Hosting typically refers to managed services for specific
applications, such as WordPress, where the hosting provider manages all
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Assistant Professor
(Department of Computer Science)
the system administration, including security, performance, and backup
services.
Advantages:
o Hassle-free management of your hosting environment
o Expert support from the hosting provider
o Enhanced security and performance optimizations
Disadvantages:
o More expensive than unmanaged hosting
o Less control over the server and applications
o Potential for vendor lock-in
8. Reseller Hosting
Reseller Hosting allows you to purchase hosting services and then resell
them to others. This is a good option if you want to start your own hosting
business without the infrastructure costs.
Advantages:
o Generate income by hosting websites for others
o Scalable as your reseller business grows
o Usually comes with tools to manage hosting accounts
Disadvantages:
o Responsibility for your clients’ websites
o Requires time to manage effectively
o You may be dependent on the underlying hosting provider for
support
9. WordPress Hosting
WordPress Hosting is specifically optimized for WordPress sites, offering
features and resources that are tailored to the platform.
Advantages:
o Environment optimized specifically for WordPress, which can
improve performance and security
o Expert WordPress support often available
Disadvantages:
o Generally more costly than standard shared hosting
o Limited to only WordPress, so not suitable if you want to use
other platforms
o Sometimes over-optimized, with unnecessary features for small
or simple sites
Notes by: Ms. Ankita
Assistant Professor
(Department of Computer Science)
