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 Unix hosting is cheaper than Windows
hosting. Because most web hosts use the free version of Unix (like Linux), they don't have
to compensate for huge overhead expenses. This savings is then passed to customers. In
addition, those who use Unix hosting usually get free tools and applications that have
been written primarily for the Unix community. Since Unix hosting is an
"open system", its source code is publicly available.
This allows web developers working for various companies and
for different purposes to add to the current product's progress. As a result, improvements
come fast and problems are quickly resolved.
The
main disadvantage of using Unix hosting is that your provider may only allow access to
your account via Telnet or SSH. As are result, you must have a strong working knowledge of
line commands in order to customize to your requirements. You may find yourself spending a
lot of time learning the basics before you can enjoy the free advantages of Unix hosting.
When
considering thisx operating system, you need to consider your own technical abilities.
Then take a look at the special features offered by each system and hosting company in
light of the available technology and -- sometimes more importantly -- your budget.
About Web Hosting
f you want to take part in the internet as a
business, information resource, directory, or as a hobbyist wanting to share data,
information and knowledge with the many people and communities on the internet, you have
to contain this in a central spot on the internet. You have to own a piece of space in
cyberspace.
Web hosting empowers you and anyone with a computer and internet connection to own a piece
of cyberspace. In your space, you can have news, bulletins, documents, data, files (your
web site) and your own post office (mail server) to accept mail, all in the context of you
or your business. This is your space and to get this space you either have to own a piece
of the physical internet with a network connection to the internet backbone and
computer(s) operating as server(s) offering access to your files and post office, for
people on the internet to view your web site or send and receive email with you.
The cost of owning a direct connection to the backbone and a server dedicated to a web
site and email is out of reach for the average business and especially general members of
the internet. Even running a web site and mail server on your own computer when it is
connected to the internet requires a lot of technical ability and knowledge. The internet
itself has to be your business for either of these options to be viable. more...
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