How a Managed Hosting Solution Can Help Your Business

One of the big issues for websites receiving a large volume of traffic is the amount of bandwidth that is being used. This refers to the total amount of files and data transferred from a server. When calculating the amount of bandwidth required a company needs to consider the total amount of visitors it receives, the amount of page impressions and the average page size.

One of the big advantages of using a Managed Hosting is that the provider will utilize massive amounts of bandwidth meaning they are able to secure lower volume based pricing to include a multi-provider blend of bandwidth. Without taking this 'blending' approach a large investment in infrastructure would be required which does not normally make commercial sense.

Managed Hosting still offers the ability for companies to select the specific software to be installed on the dedicated server. The choice of operating system, database, and specific applications will depend on the way in which the website is built.

Very comprehensive security measures are also put in place by the provider to ensure the safety of data stored on their network of servers. Providers will often deploy various software programs that scan the systems and networks being used for obtrusive invaders, spammers, hackers and other harmful problems.

Depending on the provider and the exact service chosen, a certain level of technical support will be provided to help 'manage' the server. A web based control panel will also normally be available that enables a certain amount of maintenance tasks to be carried out by the company themselves.

The main reason for not opting for Managed Hosting is the cost. If the company has the technical capability of managing a server itself then it could consider simply renting a dedicated server and not paying for the support that is provided by Managed Hosting. Additionally, if a website does not receive high levels of traffic then a shared server may be adequate.

Companies need to consider which hosting option best fits their needs but for large companies who do not have technical expertise in the area, some form of Managed Hosting will normally be the most appropriate option.

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