Can I run a game server on VPS or Dedicated Server ?

For hosting game servers we recommend using a Dedicated Server, VPS hosting is not recommended for a game server since the processor power and memory allocations for a VPS are less compared to a single Physical dedicated server. If you wish to test the game server application on a VPS then you can consider our VPS Enterprise for a month but we do not provide support for game server hosting on a VPS.

You can operate the dedicated server as a game server. We will provide you the dedicated server , and will install the operating system, if you would like to install game server software on it then you can of course do so. You have full access to the game server to install what you like. We do provide assistance with game server installations at no additional cost for Dedicated Server clients.

Server Network Speed

Every individual dedicated server gets a 100 Mbps connection. A choice between 10 Mbps and 1 Gbps is also available for dedicated server customers. Our shared & reseller hosting servers have a direct link to one of the many ethernet gigabit backbone connections within the datacenter facility. The semi-dedicated and vps hardware nodes are all connected to independent 100 Mbps lines. The whole Network Operations Center / Datacenter has multiple lines of 15 Gbps from almost every Tier 1 provider. This not only gives us redundancy, but it also acts as a good buffer in times of a sudden spurt in bandwidth requirements. Leaving aside any unforeseen circumstances or during times when we face nature’s fury, there are no problems of connectivity which you would have to put up with.

Data Security on Dedicated Servers

Q. Could I get more information about the security measures you undergo in order to make sure data stored on your servers are not accessible to inadequate people.

Ans: When it comes to security within the data center premises, we never allow anyone to enter Data Center area without a passport and letter of permission from main contact person dealing from customer side. Technical staff from customer side is allowed to connect to the dedicated servers through KVM session only and no direct physical contact with the dedicated server is permitted under normal circumstances.

With regards to security of individual VPS or Semi Dedicated servers, the hardware node is our responsibility, however securing individual VPS or Semi-Dedicated server is the customer’s responsibility. Once we have sent the login details, we do not have direct control over the kind of usage which happens. However, our technical support would try and help you as much as possible with your security and will give you suggestions accordingly. Having said that, certain security settings are already in place (depending on the control panel) but usually our technical support team can make additional tweaks to make sure your VPS or Semi Dedicated server is properly secured.

Q. What exactly virtual private servers (VPS) means?

Virtual Private Server (VPS) technology presents multiple isolated server environments on a single physical server. VPS allows multiple customers to share the expense of hardware and network connections without sacrificing privacy, performance or preference. Each VPS is completely independent from each other and it can be rebooted independently and has its own root/administrator access. VPS provides the flexibility to add and change modules and install your own software.

Q. What is the contention ratio of your Virtual Private Servers (VPS) Hosting ?

Ans: The contention ratio is the amount of vps users we put on the same vps node. Some vps hosting providers practice the nasty habit of overselling; that is, creating as many vps hosting accounts onto the same vps node as possible and praying that they don’t all use their dedicated resources at the same time. That is not what we do. Even if all the vps hosting users on one of our VPS nodes were to use 100% of their vps hosting resources simultaneously, there would be enough to go around with plenty to spare. You can rest assured that your vps hosting account will always be stable and unaffected by the actions of any other Webhosting UK VPS hosting user. We make sure that each VPS receives its guaranteed amount of resources.

Here are a few reasons why one should signup for a Web Hosting UK VPS

WebHosting UK VPS:

• Outstanding Multi-Homed Network
• Dedicated resources (CPU, RAM, Disk space)
• Running the stable Linux OS
• cPanel/WHM and Plesk control panel license for easy management
• Fantastico
• Install custom softwares and applications
• Full root access
• Database Support
• Great 24×7 Support (Ticket, Chat, Email and Toll Free Phone Support)
• Superior Uptime
• Powerful and Secure Server Technology
• Guaranteed Service Satisfaction
• Active Webmaster Community

What is guaranteed RAM?

Guaranteed RAM is not a limit, but a minimum availability of RAM for your VPS. No matter how much RAM other VPS’s use, this amount is available to you at all times. A great advantage of using VPS technology is that your VPS is able to burst over its guaranteed amount of RAM.

For more info on Burstable RAM visit the following link:

http://www.webhosting.uk.com/knowledgebase/what-is-burstable-ram/

Refer the following link to check the Guaranteed RAM allocation for Linux VPS and Windows VPS hosting server.

Linux VPS Hosting

Windows VPS Hosting

What do you mean by ‘burst RAM’?

Bursting means that while you are always guaranteed a certain amount of system resources, far more is available on each box than simply these guarantees. Hence, should you require your loads to spike higher than your guarantees, as long as the resources are available on the box at that time, you can use them, up to your ‘burst’ level. We are constantly monitoring the loads of each server to make sure that nothing is oversold, and that customers always have their guaranteed resources.

We make sure that an ample amount of burst resources are always available on each host machine. Your burst allottment is not the same thing as your resource guarantee. You cannot count on constant, sustained utilization of your burst resources. If your VPS constantly requires greater resources than your package guarantees, we can work with you to quickly upgrade you to a package with greater guaranteed resources.

Refer the following link to check the Burstable RAM allocation for Linux VPS Hosting server.

Linux VPS Hosting

Q. What control panel choices do you offer on both Linux/Windows VPS Hosting and what are the prices ?

Ans: With our VPS hosting you get control panel options like cPanel/WHM and Plesk control panels.

Control Panel supported with Linux VPS: cPanel/WHM and Plesk control panel.

Control Panel supported with Windows VPS : Plesk Control Panel

We provide all the latest versions of control panel with VPS hosting:

cPanel version 11.17.0
WHM version 11.15.0
Plesk Version 8.5.0

Control Panel Charges on VPS Hosting are as follows:

cPanel/WHM unlimited domains - £ 5 / Month
Plesk 30 Domains - £ 2 / Month
Plesk 100 Domains - £ 4 / Month
Plesk Unlimited domains - £ 5 / Month

Plesk Addons available with Plesk Control Panel Only:-

Plesk Power Pack - £ 3 / Month
Dr. Web Anti Virus - £4 / Month

What is Virtuozzo?

Virtuozzo is the VPS technology created by SWsoft which allows us to create multiple isolated Virtual Private Servers (VPSs) on a single physical server to share hardware, licenses and management effort with maximum efficiency. Each VPS uses its own Disk Space, RAM, CPU, IP addresses, files, applications, system libraries, configuration files and has its own SSH Root Accesss and it can be rebooted independently. Each VPS performs and executes exactly like a stand-alone server. In nearly every perspective you can see a VPS as if its a Dedicated Server.

WebHosting UK Linux and Windows 2003 Virtual Private Servers are powered by Virtuozzo. A Virtuozzo Linux/Windows VPS performs and executes exactly like a standalone physical dedicated server making it an ideal alternative to a dedicated server. Our managed Linux/Windows VPS hosting is backed by our 24×7x365 Customer Support. WebHosting UK VPS hosting comprehends only the best in Managed, Scalable, and Powerful Enterprise Grade VPS technology.