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An effective website offers excellent performance and a dynamic user experience. Before beginning to work on developing a website for a business, you must first determine the size and type of hosting server needed for the specific application.
Let’s talk about web hosting and the top 5 hosting specs to consider to ensure adequate resources for running a website.
What Is Web Hosting?
A web host provides storage space and internet access for websites. The web host publishes the website and rents space on a physical server. The server stores the files and data needed for the site to work.
How Much Does Web Hosting Cost?
There are two types of web hosting. Beginning website owners and small businesses share hosting with monthly fees starting around two to three dollars. In dedicated hosting, a physical server has one customer only. Dedicated hosting can cost into the hundreds per month.
5 Must-Have Server Hosting Specs
Many factors determine the right web hosting such as:
- Number of users.
- Average page size.
- Frequency of access.
- Security tools.
- Whether the website is static, dynamic, or both.
Server hosting specifications to consider include:
1. Operating System (OS)
The OS determines the server software as well as hardware support.
2. Storage
The amount of storage needed depends on the business type and expectations for growth. A static website will require less storage than one that handles ecommerce for millions of customers.
3. Processor
The web server processor (CPU) handles all processing, calculations, and logic. When choosing a processor, consider specific business needs and the number of users who are expected to engage with it on a monthly basis. Heavy traffic may require a faster processor.
4. Upgradability
If business growth is part of the plan, you need a server that will upgrade easily. It can downgrade just as easily if you’re underusing your hosting plan. This fluid approach is a cost saving measure.
5. RAM
Random access memory (RAM) is where the processor’s data is stored. The higher the RAM, the faster the server, meaning smoother handling of incoming traffic, better CMS support, and more space to run applications and programs needed to operate an online business.
NameSilo Hosting Plans
NameSilo offers flexible hosting plans for all sizes of business websites. Each plan includes cPanel, easy WordPress installation, a website builder, and email.
Starter
Starting at $2.99 per month, the starter plan includes 20 GB of storage and one website. This package is best for those new to website development.
Premium
The premium package includes 20 GB of storage and three websites for a monthly charge of $4.99. This is our most popular plan.
Turbo
The turbo plan has 60 GB of storage and 10 websites for $8.99 per month. This package includes free SSL.
How to Choose the Right Plan for Your Website
The load on a hosting server depends on the operating system, software, server functions, databases, applications, and type and number of files as well as average page size, frequency of access, number of users, and security tools. You must consider all these when choosing the right plan for a website. NameSilo can guide you through the entire process.
A world-class provider of domain solutions and web hosting, NameSilo offers affordable websites for an online presence. Contact NameSilo to find out more about our hosting options and website support services.