UNIX Web Hosting
Unless you want to use software like ASP, the generally cheaper, more stable and
feature-laden Unix systems
will do nicely. Here are some advantages of Unix web hosting:
Stability. Unlike Windows, the Unix operating system rarely crashes so you get more uptime with Unix Web Hosting.
Independence. Using Unix eliminates dependence on some other computer to act as a mail server and print server.
This eliminates the limitations on file sizes and other rules and regulations often imposed by the administrator of the
server, and many other problems involved in transferring mail to and from the server. With Unix Web Hosting, unlike Windows, email
comes directly to one's computer and is stored only there. One can also set up HTTP and anonymous FTP servers with
little trouble.
Remote execution and administration. Remote execution in Windows can be painful compared to Unix. In Unix, one
can fix problems, execute programs, or upgrade and reboot the system over a slow telephone line in text mode; GUI
programs can be executed remotely over a network with complete transparency. Also, if the windowing system hangs, both
remote and local access are impossible. With Unix Web Hosting, even if the X Window system should hang, you can still login from
another terminal anywhere in the world and fix it.
No viruses. It is not possible to have a true system virus in Unix. Email viruses also don't work in Unix.
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Yahoo Hosting
From $7.46/Mo for first 3 months, $9.95 thereafter • Free Setup Highlights: Unlimited Diskspace • Unlimited Data Transfer • 1000 Email Addresses • 24-hour toll-free phone support • $100 credit Yahoo! Search Marketing • $50 credit Google AdWords • Frontpage compatible • Free Domain Name More Information Rated by PC Magazine.
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