Web Hosting

Web hosting is one of those topics that make the geeks around our office want to pull out their replica Lord of the Rings broadswords and smash something (hopefully not the office equipment).  The reason for their angry outbursts is because most people end up paying entirely too much simply because they do not understand how this service works; there are a lot of companies out there that love preying on unsuspecting clients and really sticking it to them.  We will try to explain how web hosting works as clearly as possible below.

The Myth of Cyberspace

First thing’s first; there is no such thing as cyberspace.  The Internet is stored on local computer systems throughout the world and whenever someone wants to view your website, their computer system accesses your web host’s PC and the information is uploaded.  To offer web hosting is fairly simple; all a company needs is storage space and tons of bandwidth to handle the traffic coming and going to access your information.

Traits of Good Hosting

In fact, a small website could easily be hosted from your personal computer if you wanted; as long as you’re willing to leave the system on 24/7 and it has a fast connection speed then you’re in business.  A web hosting company, however, offers luxuries like automated backups, generators for when the power goes out, and a host of security features to keep your information safe from hackers.  Even with all the bells and whistles thrown in, it is not an expensive service and you should not have to mortgage the farm in order to have an online presence.

Our Service to You

Our goal is to provide simple, cost-effective hosting to individuals or businesses that don’t want to worry about bandwidth, security, or storage caps.  We keep it simple and evaluate your potential needs so that our staff can set up your spot in cyberspace accordingly.  If you want to host with another company, then we can also consult with you to help you choose one that meets your unique needs.