What is a VPS server ?
A virtual private server, also known as a VPS, runs as an isolated virtual environment on a physical server, owned and managed by a cloud provider or web host. VPS hosting uses virtualization technology to split a single physical machine into multiple private server environments that share resources.
For companies or individuals whose websites or applications have grown out of shared hosting, virtual private server hosting provides a similar experience to dedicated hosting without the high costs and maintenance associated with a dedicated server.
With a VPS server you get better performance, reliability, and security. Plus, you have a pre-defined amount of resources at your disposal whenever you need them – you don’t have to share memory, disk space, or bandwidth with any other user.
Configured Virtual Private Server
VPS – is a virtual machine that provides virtual server resources on a physical server shared with other users. With VPS hosting, you get dedicated server space with a reserved amount of resources, offering more control and customization than shared server hosting.
How does VPS work ?
Even though you share one physical server with other users,
VPS is a virtual private server hosting environment. Your hosting provider installs a hypervisor –
Virtualization layer – on top of the operating system (OS) of the physical server that divides it into virtual cells. This layer allows each of these cells to run its own operating system and software, allowing each environment to function independently of each other.
Although you are technically sharing resources with other users, your resources are guaranteed. You pay for a set amount, which is allocated to your VPS and cannot be used by another account.
Virtual Private Server vs. Dedicated Server
To understand the differences between a virtual private server and a dedicated server, first, it’s important to understand the different types of web hosting services available.
Shared hosting is when multiple users share one physical server and all of its resources. However, you are not allocated a set amount of resources, meaning your website’s computing power and memory can be affected by the needs of other users on the server.
A dedicated server provides an entire physical server with all its resources reserved exclusively for your business. You get full control over everything from hardware to operating system to custom server software.
VPS server hosting is somewhere between a shared server and a dedicated server. Unlike a shared server, you get a set amount of resources allocated to your VPS. Plus, you get many of the benefits of a dedicated server at a more affordable price, including your own operating system, server applications, and root access control.
Let’s use an analogy to help break down the differences between a VPS and a dedicated server:
Think of a VPS server like booking a private room at a restaurant to celebrate an event like a birthday. Instead of eating at a table in the main restaurant with other customers (a shared server), you can enjoy a separate dining experience in a private space that can be customized to your needs.
You get all the seats, tables, dishes and cutlery needed for your guests
And you can arrange them however you want. You can request a different menu or a special drink that your guests can order according to their taste. However, you share the kitchen, staff, and other amenities with other customers.
A dedicated server is like renting out an entire venue and hiring a catering and event company. You have complete control over every aspect of your party and all resources will be reserved just for your group of guests, but, the price will also be very expensive.
Host Center offers a wide range of services that provide flexibility, performance, and ease of use such as dedicated, shared, and VPS servers .
Wikipedia article on Virtual Private Server
The article was translated from English to Hebrew by Yahav Bengiat.
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