Web hosting is a service that allows individuals or organizations to make their website accessible on the internet. A web hosting provider supplies the technologies and services necessary for a website to be viewed online. Websites are hosted on special computers called servers, which store all the files (images, text, code, etc.) that make up a website.
There are different types of web hosting services, including:
- Shared Hosting: Multiple websites share the same server and its resources, making it a cost-effective solution for small websites with low to moderate traffic.
- VPS (Virtual Private Server) Hosting: A middle-ground option where websites share a server, but each one has its own dedicated resources and more control over the server environment.
- Dedicated Hosting: A single server is dedicated to one website, providing maximum control, security, and resources, often used by large businesses or high-traffic websites.
- Cloud Hosting: A flexible, scalable hosting service where websites are hosted across a network of virtual servers, allowing for easy adjustments based on demand.
- Managed Hosting: A hosting service where the provider manages server-related tasks, such as maintenance, security, and backups, which is ideal for businesses that don’t want to handle these aspects themselves.
- Reseller Hosting: A type of hosting where individuals or companies can sell hosting services to others. Resellers buy hosting in bulk and provide it to their customers.
Web hosting companies typically offer additional services such as domain registration, email hosting, and security features to ensure websites are operational and secure.