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Server Co-Location Vs A Dedicated Server Hosting
Businesses are in a constant search for modern and cost friendly avenues of conducting their operations. Profitability is always a major consideration, with cost being an important factor in its determination. Any business looking to succeed in today’s world must have a website. It will be possible to have the website hosted on a shared server though there will be need for greater capacity as traffic builds up. For a majority of business owners, own hosting foes not present a viable option. The two realistic options here are either dedicated servers or server collocation. The advantages of each option, dedicated servers and colo, as well as your long term strategy and goals will determine the option you decide to choose among the two.
To rent a dedicated server is quite easy and very direct. The service provider will offer you solutions that are an entire and complete package. Managed dedicated hosting is another option that you could take and which would mean that your service provider does everything including the administration of the server. These options will work very well for businesses that have lower technical capabilities as well as minimal security requirements. It should also be a short term affair because renting a dedicated server for a period of several years can be a costly affair. A lower initial investment is the only major advantage that this option presents when compared to a colocation service.
Server collocation on its part involves the purchase of your own server and handing it to the service provider who supplies rack space, bandwidth, security and power. Though capital requirements for this option are initially higher, there are several reasons why businesses opt for this service. Acquiring equipment that needs you exact technical requirements will be your first advantage. While renting a dedicated server you should be ready to compromise on some of the specs since you will have to work with the service provider’s equipment. Buying your own server means those clients who opt for collocation services will not face such issues. There is also the advantage of easily moving your hosting. Incase of breach of contract or the service provider is unable to deliver for whichever reasons, you will be able to quickly relocate your serer since it is your property.
When compared to dedicated servers, server collocation is a more economical option especially for businesses that are operating several servers. Increasing the hardware capacity of your equipment is easier since you own the hardware. Those dealing with sensitive information will normally prefer this option even though it may demand greater technical abilities. Data security could easily compromised by opting to have server administration done by third parties.
Business plans as well as budget are two of the main considerations that influence the service you choose. Server collocation will offer greater long term benefits.
