Sometimes referred to as Virtual dedicated servers, a Virtual private server is the preferred hosting platform of choice for small to mid-size companies and works by splitting a single server into multiple virtual servers. What makes this unique is its ability to present each virtual server as an independent entity that can be rebooted and managed like a single server – it even has its own operating system.

Advantages of Virtual Private Server (VPS)

Flexibility: Customization is less of a hassle with a VPS, with the ability to manage each virtual server independently a unique and invaluable feature.

Affordable: With prices spread across hardware and software features whilst being significantly less than a dedicated server, a VPS offers incredible value. In some cases a virtual private server has been known to cost as little as a shared hosting option.

Security: While a dedicated server offers the best form of security, a virtual private server isn’t close behind because of its isolated location – ensuring stability.

Some examples of the best Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting providers include:

Inmotion: This comes with 5 dedicated IPs, it is free and easy to setup as well as come up with 1000 Gb of bandwidth.

Acenet: This is free and easy to setup, with features including a full CPanel / Fantastico as well as 1500 Gb of bandwidth.

Lunarpages: Easy setup, 1000 Gb of bandwidth, a dedicated IP and Virtuozzo / Plesk 9 amongst other features.

HostICan: Comes with 2 dedicated IPs, unlimited bandwidth as well as CPanel / WHM / Plesk.