In order for your website to exist, you will need a place (server space) for all your website files, folders and in some cases your website database (if applicable) to reside. Websites are normally stored on servers that are accessible through the Internet or other networks. There are a variety of website hosting options available from hosting your own server to rack and dedicated server hosting through an ISP (Internet Service Provider).

Dedicated server hosting is exactly what it implies – The website service provider manages a server dedicated to your website. Dedicated server hosting is normally more costly in comparison to rack server hosting, as all available server resources are dedicated to your website alone. Although this normally comes at a higher price, it also guarantees better performance for your website, especially for larger volumes of website traffic.

Dedicated server hosting should only really be considered if you are sure that your website has enough of a following and can attest that rack server hosting is not a suitable option. If this is the case, then dedicated server hosting can be considered from the outset and the required resources agreed upon and implemented by your dedicated website service provider. If you are launching a new website or one for a smaller operation, it is advisable to start with rack server hosting and prior to registering with your chosen service provider, verify that you can upgrade to a dedicated server hosting package, if and when required.