When selecting a we hosting
provider there are different ways to have the server (or
computer that's storing your web site) managed. In the same
way that your computer or PC is managed by an operating
system. Most likely, it is going to be Windows or Apple, a
server has different options in what system will run the
computer. The choice effects what types of applications you
can run on your machine and for more mission critical
operations can be debated on what is more stable and secure.
Windows server hosting offers optimum functionality for
users looking to use FrontPage and SharePoint services,
however FrontPage extensions can be installed on UNIX/Linux
machines. To better understand the differences we recommend
reading the following guides below:
We recommend using a variety of
different search tools, we also recommend trying out
different web hosting comparison sites. Shown below are some
useful tools and some useful sites.
Easy
Web Hosting Search Tool:
Do a quick search on both and
compare packages that come back as results using the tools
on the left. Then use the following links below and the
tools below that can be used to additionally research
hosting providers.
Web Hosting
Companies:
Research Web
Hosts:
TopHosts.com
Monthly Top 25
A highly regarded monthly top 25 list. See if any of the web hosting
companies you have an interest in appear on this list. HostIndex.com
Monthly Top 25
Another well-regarded top 25 list. Not as highly regarded as
TopHosts.com, but nevertheless an established list for reputable
hosting companies. WebHostingTalk.com
Discussion Forum
See if a provider of interest is mentioned or discussed on
WebHostingTalk.com, the industry's leading web hosting community
forum. WebHostingRatings.com
See if there are any ratings or reviews of a web hosting company of
interest here.
