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[
Virtual
Server FAQ ]
This FAQ was created to answer
the majority of the questions you might have about our Dedicated Server
Options. This FAQ is continually being updated. As always, feel free to
contact your EZwebhoster Account Executive for any additional questions that
you might have.
Frequently
Asked Questions
With
a dedicated server, can I store adult material on it?
No.
Do
I need multiple IP addresses to provide virtual hosting?
No.
With today's Web browsers, the most common form of virtual hosting is IP
less hosting. This is preferred by most people because of it's
simplicity..
Why
do you use Linux as your main OS for UNIX?
It
has proven to be an incredibly stable and fast OS for the Internet - especially
Web hosting. For benchmark test results and detailed Linus info, check
out Linux's
Website.
Can
I have another OS installed besides Linux or NT?
Not
with EZwebhoster Our technicians specialize in the Linux and NT
operating systems - this is how we can solve hardware and software problems
so quickly. Every OS has it's own configuration and troubleshooting
guidelines. It would not be fair to our customers to offer support
for any other OS except for the ones that are technicians are completely
familiar with.
Does
the NT server come with an E-mail server?
No.
There are dozens of e-mail servers that you can install but most are commerical
and associated with a fee. Our administrators can help you find an e-mail
server that will best serve your needs.
With
a dedicated server can I provide virtual servers like EZwebhoster does?
Not
exactly like EZwebhoster does. EZwebhoster is unique where we give our clients
not only their own IP address, but their own copy of the Apache Web server. This allows customers complete flexibility
and control over how they want to run their Web site. Each dedicated server is
assigned only one IP address by default. More IPs are available. Virtual hosting is available however. Virtual
hosting allows you to have multiple domain names that can point to different
directories on your server. For full details on virtual hosting contact
your EZwebhoster Account Executive.
What
is the advantage of a dedicated server over your other 4 options?
The
dedicated server option is not the best option for everyone, however for
customers that fit any of the below criteria, it is without a doubt,
the best choice for an Internet presence:
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Customers
using over 250 megabytes of storage
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Customers
using over 1 gigabyte of data transfer per day
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Customers
using needing multiple IP addresses
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Customers
who want to install application that require root access
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Customers
needing a Windows NT server or Linux OS
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Customers
wanting to give their users separate FTP and TELNET access to their accounts
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Customers
who are knowledgeable with UNIX and want access to all the server files
to customize the server to meet their exact needs
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Customers
who are overly cautious about security and do not want to share the hardware
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Customers
who have or plan on hosting a large number of virtual domains
Can
I run Real Audio or listserv on your dedicated servers?
Of
course! One of the main benefits of having your own dedicated server is
the ability to run almost any software made for Linux on your server.
We have chosen the Linux operating system because it is one of the most
widely used UNIX platforms and Internet software is readily available.
How
long does it take to upgrade the server from an existing option?
It
only takes about 1-3 days (depending on if the server is in stock) to upgrade
a user from one of our current options 1-4 to an option 5 server. Depending
on how many megs of data the user has in files, the actual transfer time
averages about 1 hour.
Will
the current server and its contents remain intact after upgrading from
an existing option?
Yes.
All the files and their properties remain unchanged. If any programs daemons
are running they will have to be restarted but that is all. All the file
locations and paths remain the same.
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