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Virtual private servers (VPS) can be either managed or unmanaged. The former variety includes assistance running the server, while the latter expects the customer to be experienced in server administration.
Managed VPS units are by the far the most popular. Although they tend to be around 20% more expensive then their unmanaged counterparts, most customers do not know enough about computers to maintain an unmanaged server.
Typically, services included with a managed VPS are software installation and configuration, set-up, and help creating DNS servers. Nearly all VPS hosts expect you to know how to install any necessary scripts or CMS’s, however.
If your site is becoming too big for a shared host but isn’t quite ready for a dedicated server, a managed VPS is a good way to go. Prices vary from provider to provider, but one can be had for as little as £25 per month.
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