{"id":3786,"date":"2021-06-18T15:08:53","date_gmt":"2021-06-18T15:08:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ntsplhosting.com\/blog\/?p=3786"},"modified":"2021-06-19T05:26:41","modified_gmt":"2021-06-19T05:26:41","slug":"web-hosting-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ntsplhosting.com\/blog\/web-hosting-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Host a Website? [A Complete Guide]"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hosting a website is a complex affair but not something you cannot manage. All you have to do is accurately follow the necessary steps and avoid any mistakes. If you are a complete beginner, you might want to take professional help, and you will find reputed companies offering web hosting services in India<\/strong>. Even if you are planning to trust one such company, it is advisable to know the basics of hosting a website<\/strong> to ensure satisfactory service.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s delve right into the matter!<\/p>\n

What is Website Hosting?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your website’s files and data must be stored on a computer that is connected to the internet. These large high-powered computers are called Web servers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Web hosting companies<\/strong> have several web servers in one location sometimes referred to as a data center.<\/p>\n

A web hosting provider<\/strong> configures server space on a web server for websites to store their files and other applications. This process of space allocation on a web server is known as website hosting. Once the website will be hosted on a web server then it will be accessible by users from across the globe.<\/p>\n

The hosting provider does not assign the same amount of space to every website- it depends on the type of web hosting services<\/strong> and web hosting plans<\/strong> that each website chooses. Each hosting has specific characteristics, and you can choose one, depending upon your purpose and requirement.<\/p>\n

What are the Types of Website Hosting Services?<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are four main types of web hosting services in India<\/strong> and globally. They are:<\/p>\n

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  1. Shared Hosting:<\/strong> In shared hosting, multiple websites share space and resources on the same physical server. But every individual account is secured and cannot be accessed by other users without specific login credentials. Due to the shared service, this is one of the more affordable web hosting plans<\/strong>. It is most suited for small business websites & personal blog hosting<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  2. Dedicated Hosting:<\/strong> You get to operate, configure, and customize an entire server according to your business needs in a dedicated server hosting<\/strong><\/a> plan. Since you get to use all the resources on the server, this is an expensive plan and is generally used by large businesses that handle much traffic. You will also need a team of technical experts to manage the entire server.<\/li>\n
  3. VPS Hosting:<\/strong> If you want to reap the benefits of a dedicated server at the cost of shared server hosting, you should opt for VPS or Virtual Private Server Hosting<\/a><\/strong>. Here, the server is split into several virtual compartments where each website is stored. It lets you efficiently handle large traffic.<\/li>\n
  4. Cloud Hosting:<\/strong> In Cloud hosting<\/strong><\/a>, a network of several interconnected servers hosts multiple websites. It is one of the most cost-efficient, flexible, and secure web hosting plans<\/strong>. You can expand or reduce your resources depending upon your business needs and have to pay for just what you use. It is perfect for both small and big companies.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    How to Host a Website?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    To help your understanding of hosting website<\/strong>, here is a detailed description of the entire process:<\/p>\n