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Types of Web Hosting

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There are many ways to look at the types of web hosting offered to consumers. Hosting is usually broken down by the server configuration or the type or cost of features being offered. There are many categories, but these seem to be the most prominent and should cover the needs of most site owners. Follow the links below to see specific examples.

Dedicated Server
Providers that offer customers an exclusive server dedicated to the customer.
Low Cost Web Hosting
Low cost or budget hosting plans are often offered at under $10.00 monthly rate.
Reseller
Reseller hosts let customers set up accounts to sell hosting to their own customers.
Shared Hosting
Several accounts can be set up on one server where customers "share" the server to cut costs.
Unix and Linux
Linux servers are very widely used and often run Apache server software.
Windows Hosting
Services are set up on servers that use Microsoft server software.

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