When it comes to tailoring the technology you use to suit your business, understanding the intricacies of what is available can be a minefield. If you are trying to choose between a virtual server or shared web hosting then firstly consider the level of control your company requires.

A web hosting company can offer you a hosting platform with internet access, security, protection, an uninterrupted power supply, computer software for your business website, server setup and software maintenance.

But the question is - are virtual servers better than internal shared hosting?

If you pick the option of shared hosting, then your business website will share a CPU with other websites. . This is a cheaper option than more expensive dedicated hosting services, yet retains many similar benefits. With shared hosting there are limits on storage and data transfer since such assets are shared between other websites, however there are many services offered by the provider which compensates for any limits in place. Shared hosting is cheaper than other types of web hosting and therefore perfect for small or medium sized businesses.

If you have a larger business, however, with a busier website you may wish to consider a dedicated server. This is a great resource for companies who rely on the internet for business and require fast effective service. With a dedicated virtual host you can optimise the performance of your site with dynamic server-load balancing and schedule instant upgrades to keep everything ticking over nicely. Dedicated servers offer greater protection too and larger volumes of storage. Many dedicated hosts will offer advanced monitoring tools so you can keep an eye on how well your website is doing and monitor resources and databases.

Shared internal hosting is another option for your business. A shared internal hosting environment is the most commonly used, where each individual website shares its resources on one specific server and each website has its own place on the server. This method of hosting is very secure and economical, plus it is easy for you to manage your website this way. A shared service will deal with day to day website issues including hardware, software and general security needs.

Before you make a decision on which type of hosting service suits you best, give some serious thought to what type of support your business actually requires, whether that might be from virtual servers or internal shared hosting.

Sean Burke writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.