Hosting

What does it mean

Hosting is a service that allows the storage and operation of websites, applications, or other online content on the internet. The hosting provider rents space on their servers to users, making their websites continuously accessible from anywhere in the world.

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How does hosting work?

When someone creates a website, its files, including text, images, and databases, must be stored on a server – a powerful computer that is constantly connected to the internet. Hosting companies manage these servers and ensure their availability, security, and connection speed.

Types of hosting

There are several types of hosting that differ in performance, capacity, and price:

• Shared hosting – Multiple websites are stored on one server. It is affordable, suitable for smaller projects and personal websites.
• VPS hosting (Virtual Private Server) – Each user is allocated a portion of the server's performance, ensuring better performance and stability. An ideal choice for medium-demand websites.
• Dedicated server – The entire server is dedicated to one user, allowing maximum control and performance. Suitable for large e-shops or demanding applications.
• Cloud hosting – Utilizes multiple servers at once, ensuring high availability and flexibility as needed.

What is hosting used for?

• Operating websites – All internet sites need hosting to exist.
• Email services – Companies use hosting to operate their own email addresses (e.g. name@company.com).
• Online applications and databases – Hosting supports the operation of various software tools available online.
• E-shops – Online stores need fast and reliable hosting to manage products and orders.

The right choice of hosting depends on the project's needs. For a regular blog, shared hosting is sufficient, while large companies need powerful solutions like dedicated servers or cloud hosting.