VPS (virtual private servers) are isolated virtual environments created from a physical server using the “virtualization” method. Which means you can potentially get your own personalized server solution at a fraction of the cost of a whole dedicated server.

One bare metal server at a time will run many VPS’s. The other huge advantage of VPS hosting is scalability: you can easily add or remove services, depending on your needs at any given time, and only pay for what you actually use. 

Flexibility as the end game

Although hardware resources are shared, each client on a VPS always gets its own software environment (operating system) and hence more freedom to play around and for all purposes, a VPS is essentially equal to a completely kitted machine. You may control or unmanage Virtual Private Servers with the system taking full responsibility for software updates and patches.

VPS vs Shared Hosting

The very reason VPS first came onto the market was to fill a void between dedicated servers and shared web hosting deals. It represents the “Goldilocks” of web hosting for small and medium-sized companies as well as IT managers; not too complicated, not too costly, not too sluggish, just the right mix.

Shared web hosting can be very inexpensive and perfect for novices but in the end, you get what you pay for which is the lack of versatility, especially when it comes to managing traffic spikes (e.g. Holiday sales or a common page) or when a website has actually outgrown its original bedding.

The ability to scale easily without unnecessary complexity or overhead and with at least one order of magnitude, distinguishes VPS from other hosting types.

2 Different Types of VPS Hosting

Unmanaged VPS

(Recommended for all website owners who have a technical background)      

Your web hosting is responsible for the installation of the operating system, and you as the site owner are responsible for handling different aspects of the website, such as:

• Installing software, control panel and software updates.
• Security threats tracking, installing security patches and fixing error messages.
• Less assistance or no assistance from your host in case of an outage or hardware failure.
• Configure and manage server including any upgrades that you may wish to see.
• You take over the responsibility of creating backup services for your pages.

Managed VPS   

With managed VPS hosting, IT professionals can lighten your burden by keeping your server running properly and keeping your virtual server in order. Here’s what one web hosting provider should expect:

• Initial Server Setup

There are a few steps to take before you launch your site with a VPS to set up the server including installing your control panel, server software and installing any programs and operating system. This will be taken care of by a managed host.

• Updates

All applications and OS updates, and ongoing server fine tuning will be done for you.

• Security patches

Security patches are installed and patched for your OS and core server software, on your behalf.

• Monitoring

Monitors early warning signs of hardware failure and malicious attack.

• Automated backups

You can restore it back to an earlier version if something goes wrong with your website.

Benefits of VPS Hosting

Scalability          

A VPS makes operations easy to scale without interfering with server functionality. Scaling up can simply be as easy as updating your hosting plan, and this does not usually entail any downtime, so your site can continue to run without interruption.

Greater Control

When using a VPS, your business would be able to make any required program improvements freely inside the system.

Increased Performance

A VPS will ensure your business stays separate from other users. This is important because websites that share a program may be influenced by each other, and this can trigger problems with functionality. For example, if a website sharing the same server as your business experiences high traffic rates it will slow down all the server sites. By using a VPS, other sites can never determine the functioning of your website.

Low Cost             

When Internet technologies have evolved, web hosting costs have decreased dramatically, making the VPS a choice for almost any company. Most companies have VPS hosting plans for less than $10 a month which is barely more than other shared plans.

Customer Service           

When you are using a VPS, there will be a dedicated customer service agent that will be able to help you fix any issues, as well as providing advice that will suit your business needs.