Web Hosting Comparison
Lasted updated: May 14, 2010
There are only 2 things you need to run a website: a doman name and web hosting; however, as demand as increased more and more hosting companies are popping up everyday. With so many choices how do you know which hosting to use?
The truth is, unless you signed some contract, you are never attached to a single hosting. If your hosting is really not cutting it, then you can always easily change and transfer to another.
That being said, there are usually a few things to consider when determining the right web hosting (If you are just starting out, you don’t necessarily need all the bells and whistles yet. Start basic and you can add on later:
- Space - These days it should be unlimited.
- Domain Names – Do you get 1 free domain name (.com). Does the hosting company offer domain name management? How much?
- Email – Does the hosting give you email management? How much?
- Simple Install – Does your hosting have one-click install for popular web apps (i.e. WordPress)
- Price – The cheapest is not always the best, especially for what you may need. Maybe you don’t need unlimited email address. Maybe you don’t mind installing WordPress on your own.
The key is to look for what you’ll need 1-2 years out. Remember you can always start low and add-on more as needed.
Web Hosting Comparison Chart
The following is a list of some of the more popular and stable hosting companies out there. You can’t go wrong with any of them. ASANT Media uses HostMonster for all its hosting needs.
|
Hosting Company
|
Space
|
Domain
|
Cost (monthly)
|
| HostMonster |
Unlimited
|
1 Free
|
$5.95
|
| FatCow |
Unlimted
|
1 Free
|
$5.50
|
| Blue Host |
Unlimited
|
1 Free
|
$6.95
|
| HostGator |
Unlimited
|
-
|
$4.95
|
Most hosting companies pay for any transfer fees.
If you want good hosting, any of the above will do. While GoDaddy is one of the most widely known web hosting companies, we feel for what it offers, their service is more costly and outdated, and DO NOT recommend it.
If you have more questions on selecting the right web hosting, then feel free to contact us.
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