Web Hosting Made Simple with KBD Web Design
At KBD Web Design, we take the hassle out of finding a reliable host provider for your website. We handle everything for you, ensuring that your website is up and running smoothly—without the headaches.
Web Hosting FAQs
Why Do I Need Web Hosting?
If you want your website to be viewed by people around the world at any time, it must be hosted on a server that's constantly online. Web hosting ensures that your website is live and accessible 24/7. We partner with a host provider that offers dependable, uninterrupted service, so you can rest easy knowing your site is always visible.
What Host Provider Do I Use?
Choosing the right host provider is crucial. You need a provider that offers everything necessary to keep your website online at a reasonable price. KBD Web Design can set up hosting for your website using a provider we’ve trusted for years, offering an impressive 99.9% uptime throughout our partnership.
How Much Will It Cost?
We believe in keeping things straightforward, so our web hosting services are priced at a standard rate of $198 per year. This flat fee covers everything you need to keep your website running smoothly and reliably.
We use a VPS Service but keep the price very reasonable, so you get the advantages of a VPS without the usual costs. And you do not need any technical skills, because we take care of everything for you.
You can read about the differences here.
Understanding the Difference Between Shared Hosting and VPS Hosting
When choosing a hosting solution for your website, it's important to understand the difference between shared hosting and VPS (Virtual Private Server) hosting. Both options serve as platforms for your website, but they cater to different needs and offer varying levels of performance, control, and cost.
VPS Hosting
What Is VPS Hosting?
VPS hosting stands for Virtual Private Server hosting. In this setup, a physical server is divided into several virtual servers, each with its own dedicated resources. While you still share the physical server with others, your VPS operates independently, with its own allocated CPU, memory, and storage.
Advantages:
- Dedicated Resources: With VPS hosting, you get dedicated resources that are not shared with other users, leading to better performance and reliability.
- Increased Control: VPS hosting offers greater control over server configurations and settings, allowing you to install custom software and make advanced configurations.
- Scalability: VPS hosting is highly scalable, making it easy to upgrade your resources as your website grows.
- Enhanced Security: Since your VPS is isolated from others, security risks are minimized compared to shared hosting.
Disadvantages:
- Higher Cost: VPS hosting is more expensive than shared hosting, making it better suited for businesses with larger budgets or those with specific needs that shared hosting cannot meet.
- Technical Knowledge Required: Managing a VPS often requires a higher level of technical expertise, especially if you opt for an unmanaged VPS plan.
Shared Hosting
What Is Shared Hosting?
Shared hosting is a type of web hosting where multiple websites are hosted on a single physical server. All websites on this server share the same resources, such as CPU, memory, and bandwidth.
Advantages:
- Cost-Effective: Shared hosting is typically the most affordable hosting option, making it ideal for small businesses, personal websites, and startups.
- Easy to Use: Most shared hosting plans come with a user-friendly control panel, making it easy for beginners to manage their website without needing technical expertise.
- Maintenance-Free: Server maintenance, updates, and security are handled by the hosting provider, so you don’t need to worry about the technical details.
Disadvantages:
- Limited Resources: Since resources are shared among multiple websites, performance can be affected if one site uses more than its fair share of resources.
- Less Control: Users have limited control over server settings and configurations.
- Security Risks: Shared hosting can be less secure, as vulnerabilities in one site could potentially affect others on the same server.