Linux web hosting (Unix-based or LAMP – Linux, Apache, MySQL & PHP) as it is also referred to is the process whereby a company adopts a Linux based platform to run its entire web based endeavors. Typically, a decent hosting plan should include email accounts as well as web mail, php hosting, FTP access, online storage space, bandwidth, databases as well as support for a variety of applications.
The first and obvious being its open source nature which makes other scripts and applications available. Some of the applications Linux supports include:
- Python
- Firefox
- Evolution
- PostgreSQL
- GNOME desktop
Advantages of Linux Web Hosting
- Linux web hosting has become a common choice amongst those seeking web hosting because of some of the following advantages it offers:
- There is a vast amount of space available.
- It is cheaper than most web hosting alternatives on the market.
- It provides a stable and efficient platform for any website.
- Its free and open source nature allows it to take advantage of a plethora of freely available scripts and applications online.
Some examples of top Linux web hosting providers include:
Fat Cow: This offers unlimited bandwidth as well as being one of the cheapest options on the market.
Web hosting pad: This is another cheap option that offers full web hosting service at a very competitive price.
