Question: Would my web host move my VPS from one node to a different node? Answer: Yes, your web host may move your virtual private server (VPS) from its existing node to a different node. There can be many different reasons why your web host may decide to do this. Your upgrade or downgrade your […]
Question: I would like to host my site inside a remote datacenter. The datacenter has to be remote like Greenland or somewhere no one can reach? Answer: Most dedicated web hosts use commercial datacenter space inside major metropolitan areas. It is very rare for a major dedicated web hosting or colocation provider to use a […]
If you manage more than one VPS or dedicated server. You probably have thought of giving each VPS or server a name. This is a common practice among shared web hosts. When checking the status page of any typical shared web host you will probably see more than a dozen different server names. If you […]
Three reasons why your web host may have been sold without letting you know. A secret deal Both the buyer and seller may of not wanted the customers like you to know. The buyer and seller may of also not wanted the general public or their competitors to know. Both parties may of had entered […]
Question: Is Cpanel/WHM secure? Answer: Yes, Cpanel/WHM is secure to use as long as you are keeping the software on your server up to date. This means you must be updating Cpanel/WHM when new releases are made available. The software installed with your server must also be kept up to date as patches and security […]
Delta Airlines has revealed a small fire resulted in a power outage that led Delta Airlines to cancelling thousands of flights this week. The small fire + 300 datacenter components (probably routers, switches, and servers) that did not switch to backup power forced Delta Airlines cancel a lot of flights while they worked on restoring […]
Rackspace has announced financial results for the 2nd quarter of 2016. This quarter for Rackspace ended on June 30, 2016. Rackspace is reporting net revenue of $524 million dollars for the 2nd quarter. Net income for the 2nd quarter was $36 million dollars. Free cash flow was $98 million dollars. For the third quarter of […]
Question: I’m getting port scans, spam, and hacking attempts from China. Should I block the whole country? Answer: It is up to you but remember that if you block all Chinese IP addresses than you will be blocking over 1 billion people from accessing your site in the future. Ban IP address within a specific […]
Some easy steps to save money when you are about to order web hosting for a new domain. Look for promos on the web host’s site Before, you order web hosting make sure to check out your web host’s site thoroughly. Look to see if there are any promotions, coupons, or other discounts are being […]
Question: Should I host my site in Singapore or Tokyo? Most of the visitors will be from China. Answer: The best web host for Chinese market is within China. The next best web host location for mainland China is Hong Kong. After Hong Kong both Singapore and Tokyo are tied. Web hosts in Singapore and […]