Web hosting is the service that stores your website’s files and makes them available on the internet. If your domain name is your website’s address, hosting is the building where your website lives.
Without hosting, your website cannot be viewed by anyone online.
How Web Hosting Works
When someone visits your website:
- Your domain name points to your hosting server
- The server delivers your website’s files to the visitor’s browser
- Your website loads on their screen
Hosting is the foundation that keeps your website online and accessible.
Types of Web Hosting
1. Shared Hosting
Your website shares a server with many others. Affordable but less powerful.
2. VPS Hosting
A virtual private server gives you more control and better performance.
3. Dedicated Hosting
You get an entire server to yourself. Best for large or high‑traffic sites.
4. Managed Hosting
The hosting company handles updates, security, and performance for you.
What Makes a Good Hosting Provider?
- Fast load times
- Strong security features
- Reliable uptime (99.9%+)
- Helpful customer support
- Easy-to-use control panel
- Automatic backups
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