Tech basics for beginners
What is web hosting?
Hosting is where your site's files and email live, on a server connected to the internet around the clock, so visitors can reach them from anywhere.
- Domain vs hosting
- Types of hosting
- How to choose
How does a visitor reach your site?
- The visitor types the domain, such as company.sd, in the browser.
- DNS translates the name into the IP address of the server hosting your site.
- The browser connects to the server and requests the page over HTTPS.
- The server sends the page files and the visitor sees them.
Domain vs hosting
The domain is the address; hosting is the place. You can own a domain without hosting, but it shows no site and receives no email until you connect it to hosting.
Types of hosting
| Type | Idea | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Shared | Many sites on one server | Small sites |
| Business | Resources reserved for you | Companies and stores |
| Cloud VPS | A virtual server with full control | Apps and systems |
| Dedicated | A whole machine for you | Heavy loads |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need technical skills?
No, the control panel makes files, email and WordPress installs easy, and the help center explains the steps with pictures.
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