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If you\u2019re in the market for a new host there are a lot of things you\u2019ll need to consider. Not only are there multiple types of <\/span>web hosting<\/span><\/a> available, but there are probably hundreds of different <\/span>web hosting providers<\/span><\/a> to choose from.<\/span><\/p>\n

Beyond choosing between the hosting provider and style of hosting, you\u2019ll also need to sort through a lot of different technical terms and hosting requirements. After all, it can be difficult to find the right kind of hosting when you don\u2019t know what you\u2019re looking for. Below we look at two very common forms of hosting, shared hosting and <\/span>dedicated IP hosting<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Learn about what dedicated IP and shared hosting actually are, how they differ, as well as the pros and cons of each, so you can decide what style of hosting is best for your business. <\/span><\/p>\n

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What is an IP Address?<\/span><\/h2>\n

An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a way to reference and locate a computer that\u2019s connected to a network. In this case, your IP address will reference the location of a server that\u2019s connected to the internet. <\/span><\/p>\n

Every domain will be assigned an IP address. IP addresses are then mapped via the Domain Name System (DNS). This system works like an address book. When you type in a domain name into your web browser, your ISP will perform a DNS query. This query will then look up the name servers associated with your domain and finally send you to the requested website. That\u2019s a lot of steps, but all of these tasks happen behind the scenes, and all take less than a couple of seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n

Without the DNS system, we\u2019d be stuck typing in IP addresses into our browsers, instead of easy to remember <\/span>domain names<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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What\u2019s a Dedicated IP Address?<\/span><\/h2>\n

A dedicated IP address is an IP address that\u2019s assigned to a single domain name. Think of this as your personal cell phone, as opposed to a home phone line that can be answered by anyone in your home. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few of the most common <\/span>benefits of a dedicated IP address<\/span><\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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On-Demand Website Access<\/span><\/h3>\n

Sometimes you\u2019ll want to start building your website or access it before the domain has effectively propagated. With a dedicated IP address you have direct server access, so you can view your website without having to change the DNS settings. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Improve Email Deliverability<\/span><\/h3>\n

Most businesses have business email addresses that are associated with their domain names. In this case, you might also be sending emails over through an app on the server. If another site using the same IP address is using shady or spammy tactics, then this could have a negative impact on your email deliverability rates. With a dedicated IP address, your site is isolated from these negative consequences.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s a Requirement for Some Applications<\/span><\/h3>\n

Some applications and server-side software might actually require that you have a dedicated IP address in order to function properly. This requirement isn\u2019t as commonplace as it once was, but if you\u2019re running a customer server, or require a unique server configuration, then a dedicated IP address might be a necessity. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Some Hosts Require Them for SSL<\/span><\/h3>\n

Before, you <\/span>needed a dedicated IP for SSL<\/span><\/a>. Today, it\u2019s no longer an across the board requirement, but some hosting providers might require it. It\u2019s worth checking with your current hosting provider, to see if a dedicated IP is required for SSL. <\/span><\/p>\n

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What is Dedicated IP Hosting?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Dedicated IP hosting has a variety of different meaning depending on your hosting provider. For example, it could mean that you have a dedicated IP address, but you\u2019re still using shared hosting. Or, it can mean that you have a dedicated server, along with a dedicated IP address.<\/span><\/p>\n

Web hosting with a dedicated IP<\/span><\/a> refers to your IP setup, rather than the type of hosting itself. Most hosts will be able to offer you a dedicated IP address no matter the kind of hosting environment you\u2019re currently using. <\/span><\/p>\n

However, dedicated IP hosting typically refers to dedicated hosting. To <\/span>define dedicated hosting<\/span><\/a>, it is a style of hosting that provides you with your own physical server. Compare this to shared hosting where you\u2019re sharing a single physical server with hundreds, or even thousands, of other websites. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Dedicated IP Hosting Pros and Cons<\/span><\/h2>\n

The benefits of dedicated IP hosting depend on what you mean by dedicated IP hosting. If you\u2019re strictly referring to a dedicated IP address (no matter the type of hosting you\u2019re using), then refer to the dedicated IP address benefits above. <\/span><\/p>\n

However, if you\u2019re referring to a <\/span>dedicated IP server<\/span><\/a>, then these are the benefits your site will receive: <\/span><\/p>\n

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Rock Solid Performance<\/span><\/h3>\n

With a dedicated server, you have access to all of the resources of your server. This means that you\u2019ll never run into bandwidth, disc space, or memory issues. Your site can receive a nearly unlimited volume of traffic without negatively affecting your site\u2019s performance. <\/span><\/p>\n

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High Level of Security<\/span><\/h3>\n

With a dedicated server, you not only receive a dedicated IP address, but you\u2019ll have much higher levels of server security. With a dedicated server, you can create custom security protocols that are engineered to your unique websites. Plus, since you\u2019re not sharing the server with any other users, a spammy or insecure website won\u2019t affect your server. <\/span><\/p>\n

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High Level of Uptime<\/span><\/h3>\n

Dedicated servers have very high uptime. You won\u2019t experience any issues of your site being taken offline due to resource consumption.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Drawbacks of Dedicated Hosting<\/span><\/h2>\n

Still, dedicated hosting isn\u2019t perfect. Here are some of the biggest drawbacks of choosing this form of hosting: <\/span><\/p>\n

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It Can Be Expensive<\/span><\/h3>\n

With a dedicated server, you\u2019re paying for the entire physical server yourself. So, instead of splitting the costs between multiple users you\u2019re responsible for the entire server cost yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n

However, with the higher <\/span>dedicated hosting costs<\/span><\/a> you\u2019re getting direct access to a high-performance server. If you\u2019re thinking about upgrading to a dedicated server plan, then you\u2019re probably the type of website owner who can afford it. There are also <\/span>cheap dedicated server hosting plans<\/span><\/a> available, but with these it is highly recommended to do your research and know what you\u2019re getting before purchasing. <\/span><\/p>\n

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High Level of Technical Expertise <\/span><\/h3>\n

With a dedicated server, there\u2019s a higher level of technical experience required. For example, you or your team will be responsible for server configuration and maintenance. If you don\u2019t have the necessary technical skills, then you may need to bring on additional team members or consider using a managed hosting provider. <\/span><\/p>\n

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What\u2019s a Shared IP Address?<\/span><\/h2>\n

A shared IP address is an IP address that\u2019s shared between multiple domains. It\u2019s probably one of the most common IP address setups today. Hosting providers today are able to utilize a single IP address for multiple domain names, while still delivering users to the web page they specify. <\/span><\/p>\n

But, just because you\u2019re using a shared IP address doesn\u2019t mean that it\u2019s shared hosting. With shared hosting, you\u2019ll be sharing the server resources amongst multiple users on the same server. They often go together, but it\u2019s not always the case. <\/span><\/p>\n

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What is Shared Hosting?<\/span><\/h2>\n

In this section, we will discuss <\/span>what is shared hosting<\/span><\/a> so you can have a better idea of which hosting plan is best for you. Shared hosting is by and far the most common type of hosting. It\u2019s well suited for beginners and can usually benefit sites up until they\u2019re getting tens of thousands of visitors per month. <\/span><\/p>\n

Like we mentioned above, with shared hosting you\u2019re sharing the server hardware and resources with dozens, hundreds, or maybe even thousands of other sites. This is done through server partitioning. Every user will have an allotted amount of storage, bandwidth, and more that they can use however they wish (within the host\u2019s terms of service of course).<\/span><\/p>\n

Shared hosting is commonly equipped with an easy to use control panel, along with additional tools to help you get your site online as fast as possible, plus it\u2019s usually the cheapest form of hosting you\u2019ll be able to find! <\/span><\/p>\n

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Shared Hosting Pros<\/span><\/h3>\n

Shared hosting is the most commonly used form of hosting in the world. It\u2019s oriented towards beginners and can greatly aid in the site building process. Most site owners will start their online journey with a shared host, eventually 'graduating'\u009d to other types of hosting as their sites expand.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s Cheap<\/span><\/h4>\n

One of the main reasons people turn to shared hosting is because it\u2019s incredibly cheap. Since you\u2019re sharing server resources with other site owners you\u2019ll be splitting these costs as well. When you\u2019re just starting out online and don\u2019t have much of a budget, the cheap monthly rate can be very beneficial. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Easy to Setup<\/span><\/h4>\n

Shared hosting is incredibly easy to use. A shared hosting environment typically comes with pre-installed software scripts, or at least the ability to quickly install whatever kind of technology your site requires to function. For example, with a shared server environment you\u2019ll have access to tools like WordPress, Joomla, website builders, and more. Any technical task can be accomplished through an app within cPanel. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Shared Hosting Cons<\/span><\/h3>\n

Shared hosting can be very beneficial for the right kind of website owner. However, it\u2019s not without its drawbacks. Although shared hosting can be the perfect fit when just starting out, some sites will quickly outgrow the service and need to upgrade to a higher package. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Limited Server Resources<\/span><\/h4>\n

Shared hosting is limited with its disk space and bandwidth. Most websites won\u2019t run into these limitations unless they\u2019re growing quickly or are receiving a very high volume of traffic. However, in some cases, another site on the same server who\u2019s experiencing a heavy load of traffic can actually negatively affect your website\u2019s performance too. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Can\u2019t Support Custom Setups<\/span><\/h4>\n

With shared hosting, you\u2019re given a wide range of software to choose from, but there isn\u2019t much you can do to the actual server environment or underlying technology. You\u2019re stuck with the customization options that are offered by the server environment, usually things like choosing your CMS or website builder, configuring email addresses, and more. If you need higher levels of customization that allows you to optimize your server environment for performance, or for your unique website needs, then you\u2019ll need to upgrade to another form of hosting. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Dedicated IP Hosting vs Shared Hosting<\/span><\/h2>\n

The main difference between dedicated IP and shared hosting is the IP address. The most common type of IP address is a shared IP address. In this scenario, multiple websites that are sharing the same server environment will also share the same IP address.<\/span><\/p>\n

With a dedicated IP address, your website is the only site that\u2019s using the IP address-it\u2019s yours and yours alone. <\/span><\/p>\n

When you choose dedicated server hosting it\u2019ll typically be equipped with a dedicated IP address. It can be server specific (and you\u2019ll receive a dedicated IP address for the server no matter how many sites you\u2019re hosting). Or, you can have multiple dedicated IP addresses on a dedicated server environment (for each site that you\u2019re hosting on the server).<\/span><\/p>\n

With shared hosting, you\u2019re sharing the server resources, along with an IP address. It is possible to have a dedicated IP address on a shared server, but you\u2019ll need to make this request through your host. Not every host has the underlying structure to support a dedicated IP address on a shared hosting environment. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Closing Thoughts<\/span><\/h2>\n

Dedicated IP hosting and shared hosting both address very different needs in the hosting market. Shared hosting is a perfect choice for those just getting started online. It\u2019s easy to use, simple to set up, and can support your site until you\u2019re receiving pretty decent levels of traffic. However, you may run into performance issues, depending on the other site\u2019s you\u2019re sharing the server environment with.<\/span><\/p>\n

While if you\u2019re using dedicated IP hosting, then you\u2019re most likely on a dedicated server environment. Dedicated servers are oriented toward high-level sites, and and you can even use <\/span>dedicated servers for games<\/span><\/a> as well. A dedicated server offers you greater levels of server customization, security, control, and support for very high levels of traffic without any issues in site performance. <\/span><\/p>\n

Hopefully, you have a better idea of the differences between dedicated IP and shared hosting, so you can better choose the right hosting package when <\/span>building a website<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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