what is a VPS

[Jecco]

Hi,
What is a VPS (Virtual Private Server). What is it means and what for purpose it is used. Also the term Virtual Private Server or VPS Web Hosting is different. Then what does VPS Web Hosting means. For what purpose both are used. Are they dedicated web hosting servers. If yes then how can I get a VPS for my office network. Because I am going to publish my site on the internet. And I am looking for a better hosting service which can be safe, secure and fast. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

[Jackson2]

VPS is a type of stand alone server. Each VPS has his own configuration settings, files, memory, IP, root access and users. Every VPS server can be rebooted by the other similar server. It is a common choice for most web hosting companies. Under this you can easily share your files, applications with other users. Every VPS has his own independent working environment and application to ensure the smooth functioning of the server. The best feature of VPS is that you are allowed to control all the aspects of your website. You are also allowed to manipulate the web server and email configuration.

[Techno01]

VPS is a dedicated server which share the physical server. You can say it is a small independent server that uses its own OS and personal environment. The things which are similar are hardware with other servers. It is a suitable choice for the website owners which wants there own independent hosting environment. This is especially done for safety and performance motive. So here you have your own isolated web server from where you can control your site.

[Trio]

The most best thing about a VPS is a that first you have your own dedicated server for your site and second it is extremely affordable. Now here getting a independent server will let you to use your own file system and you will receive a decided amount of disk space, processing power, bandwidth and memory. Here you website's performance is not affected by any other site. You have full right to customize the site and install needed updates. In less pricing you get a dedicated server and with a web hosting plan.

[ultimahosts]

VPS are fast replacing dedicated servers as an option and VPS also makes shared hosting more and more redundant. For a fraction of the cost of a dedicated server you can basically have the same setup and control. For a little more than shared hosting you can break away from the performance and security issues posed by sharing the server with hundreds of other sites. VPS is the future of the internet.