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bells401
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# Posted: 25 May 2009 23:36
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i use godaddy as well and love it , never had any problems with them and they have 24/7 support

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tygersclaw
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# Posted: 27 May 2009 19:53
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I am lucky as I have 2 web servers and can host my own, as well as other peoples websites. So my favorite host would have to be myself.

The advantage to this for me is I have full SSH access to the back end of the server so I know which updates are done and which are not, I have full access to the server logs, firewall, and can run/install programs which need SSH access.

As well server loads are low (0.17, 0.22, 0.18) and sites load fast (including a forum I have with over 1100 members and 100,000 posts) and uptime is excellent with the server being up 167 Days, 1 Hours and 15 Minutes since the last major update.

Another advantage for me, as I will/do host other peoples websites, I can host my own sites for free practically.

arunasma
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# Posted: 9 Jun 2009 19:47
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I am using free hosting from webs.com. I am satisfied...

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tommykrank
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# Posted: 10 Jun 2009 16:21
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arunasma:
I am using free hosting from webs.com. I am satisfied...

How long have you been using webs.com for? Personally my experience with HostGator's been good, not sure if it's the least expensive alternative though.

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# Posted: 11 Jun 2009 15:32
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I like one.com for their good service. But godaddy is also good!

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# Posted: 16 Jun 2009 12:50
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Nowadays, most folks go with either HostGator, BlueHost, HostMonster, or GoDaddy.

There may be other decent hosting services out there, but for most, it would be best to choose from the above list.

For multiple domains, I suggest a multiple domain account since it's only a few bucks more per month. For masking (most won't need this), I suggest GoDaddy.

Keep in mind that if your site ever truly takes off, you'll need to upgrade to a dedicated server, which goes for $150 plus. You'll need it for security, load, and speed.

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hymesdesign
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# Posted: 17 Jun 2009 05:23
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I prefer either inmotionhosting or fatcow.com's hosting personally

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andreaevens20
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# Posted: 25 Jun 2009 18:17
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hia thanks for the advise for the free web site i just registered one but i haven't got a clue how to set it up i'll have to look into it any advise i thought i'd ask means your with them thanks in advance andrea

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# Posted: 26 Jun 2009 09:32
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For free webhosting you can't go wrong with Byethost. NO ads and more than you'd need to start out. I have 2 sites running with them.
Paid hosting... I have been very happy with 1&1. A lot of bang for the buck, no up-time problems.
If you need direction on creating your site go to computertactics.com. Lots of free tools/advice.

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# Posted: 29 Jun 2009 09:41
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Hi There

I use Dreamhost & so far they seem fine. They tend to have pre programmed responses to any enquiries though ! But I would recommend them to anyone & a lot of the top marketing folk seem to use them, so that's good enough for me.

Cheers

Mark

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redsadie
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# Posted: 29 Jun 2009 17:41
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Hey guys

I have to put my oar in here

I use Godaddy at present and have no problems with them. You can upload your own ftp and HTML but you can also use their blockbuilder if you do not have that knowledge. You can change the look and feel of your site too which I like.

Now, having said this about Godaddy, I have in the past used Sitesell. I am about to go back to Sitesell in the next few weeks as I think the suite of tools you get is second to none. All you have to worry about really is getting content written. All of the 'back office' stuff is taken care of for you.

Here's a little fact; For every hour you spend building your online business, non-SBI owners spend an additional 9 hours fighting technology, doing tedious chores, and futilely trying to figure out Search Engines.

I know who I'd rather be with

Just my 2c

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magume
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# Posted: 30 Jun 2009 15:47
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I use godaddy too. Actually i don't have any strong opinion on hosting company, because my friend suggested godaddy to me and godaddy is the first one hosting i'm using anyway i've never had a problem with godaddy, so I'm using it now...

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# Posted: 1 Jul 2009 02:35
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i switched to JUSTHOST few months ago. and paid around $40 for 1 year subscription. (CHEAP)

the hosting is quite good except for the support..

free domain , unlimited space and bandwidth.

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EarlHarris
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# Posted: 8 Jul 2009 09:52
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I have been using Revolutionary Matrix.
it has been a God Sent, and also they are so supportive there. They help you and even have Regular Live Webinars to help you understand the C-Panel. and even have a staff to make Professional designs if you don't know what your doing.

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BobFirestone
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# Posted: 8 Jul 2009 10:42
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I also switched to Just Host a couple of months ago. Cheap, 24 hr customer service, unlimited space & bandwidth.

My old host was GoDaddy but was forced to make the switch because I was trying to run vTiger CRM and it needs php-imap turned on to handle bounces. On godaddy shared servers that is not going to happen.

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# Posted: 8 Jul 2009 14:32
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My friend suggest Godady for me. I have not use yet, but he motivate me to use godady.
i think now i got idia that godady will be best for me.But prices are very high

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# Posted: 16 Jul 2009 13:31
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I use joesdatacenter formy dedicated and zensix for VPS and shared.

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peterlee
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# Posted: 19 Jul 2009 00:09
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I changed my web host to Hostgator since 2 months ago and so far have tested their support, knowledge and site recovery expertise. They passed with flying colors. It's the best decision I've made to change my web host.

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# Posted: 23 Aug 2009 14:29
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I use Hostgator for my main blog. The support has been quick and helpful and I can add multiple domains under one account. I have never experienced any downtime or problems with them.

For free hosting, 110mb.com is the winner hands down. No ads and popups and the servers are pretty fast. They don't use Cpanel but their admin panel is very easy to use.

Charlie

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diane622
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# Posted: 17 Sep 2009 14:54
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I was surprised to not see 1and1.com (US) option listed on the vote. I've used them for years and been very happy with their price and their customer service! They get my vote! Diane

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# Posted: 17 Sep 2009 17:23
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My latest favorite is HostGator but there are several excellent hosting companies out there these days.

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realityshifter
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# Posted: 28 Sep 2009 06:19
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Will a hosting plan offering unlimited disk space and unlimited bandwidth be sufficient for a forum like this?

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Vishal P. Rao
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# Posted: 29 Sep 2009 01:25
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realityshifter:
Will a hosting plan offering unlimited disk space and unlimited bandwidth be sufficient for a forum like this?

Plans that offer unlimited disk space and unlimited bandwidth pool the resources among all those hosted on the same server. So if there are couple of heavy users in your server, the speed of all the people in the same server will affected. It's much like unlimited broadband plans.

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# Posted: 29 Sep 2009 04:42
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Vishal P. Rao:
So if there are couple of heavy users in your server, the speed of all the people in the same server will affected.

Thanks. Pursuing that point further, will you describe the Work at Home Forum as a heavy user? Are you on an unlimited disk and bandwidth hosting plan since the beginning? If not, what has been your disk space and bandwidth requirements, if you're free to share that info?

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# Posted: 30 Sep 2009 01:49
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realityshifter:
Thanks. Pursuing that point further, will you describe the Work at Home Forum as a heavy user? Are you on an unlimited disk and bandwidth hosting plan since the beginning? If not, what has been your disk space and bandwidth requirements, if you're free to share that info?

I'm on a shared server with fixed bandwidth plan (80 GB/month) and it appears to be sufficient. However, even though bandwidth is fixed, in shared servers, the server resources (RAM) will be shared and it'll still affect you if there are heavy users in your server. The difference however is that when resources are fixed, they usually have a fixed quota of plans on a particular server unlike unlimited plans.

The best option however would be dedicated servers. Then there are also Virtual Private Servers, which are like a cross between dedicated and shared plans.

So it can be summed up like this - worst to best:

unlimited plans < fixed resources < virtual private servers < dedicated servers

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Dgitalnomad
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# Posted: 18 Oct 2009 15:21
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I like Hostgator. They have fantastic support. Hostmonster is a close second, and half the price.

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# Posted: 24 Oct 2009 22:17
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I know everyone knows and trusts hostgator, godaddy, and a few others mentioned, but what about justhost? Has anyone had any luck with them recently? Please respond soon because I have to make a decision within a couple of days. Thanks!

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Dgitalnomad
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# Posted: 25 Oct 2009 12:05
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Can't say I am aware of this hosting company, but it is worth checking out.

Thanks

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websitemrktg
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# Posted: 29 Oct 2009 02:57 · Edited by: websitemrktg
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I use webhostingpad and actually really like them. I've never have problems. Inexpensive and reliable. I buy domains from godaddy but missed a lot of emails from them so that is all the business they will get from me. Don't like them filtering my email for me and no it was not my settings. I also like HostGator.

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# Posted: 29 Oct 2009 22:26
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Here is another thing. You know it is not that hard to create your own hosting company with a reseller account, and it is not that expensive.

The backend and billing is usually handled by the hosting company that you have your reseller account with, and they also take care of tech problems.

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