subject: What To Look For In A Web Host: Part 3 [print this page] The success of a website depends on a mix of things. One of those is the quality of service provided by the web host. This is why choosing a web host for a new site should be done carefully and only after an examination of what the web host is offering. As with any service provider, reliability and accessibility are of paramount importance. The relationship between client and web host is long-term and it is important that the client feels that they are getting the help and support they need and that they can rely upon this help and support in the future. This means being able to quickly access a support team 24 hours a day and seven days a week.
Considerations which are specific to websites include the amount of uptime that can be guaranteed, and the bandwidth and disk space that is assured. As a rule of thumb, it is better to be happy with a realistic amount of space and to pay for what is being used, than to pay for space that wont be used or to be hit with an unexpected bill.
There is also something to be said about the benefits to a business which has freedom and control over their own website. This might mean things such as an email address that goes directly to their own domain. For example: sales@whiterabbitpetshop.com. The things to consider with such an email are whether it is provided with the package, whether it is possible to create an auto reply and how easy it is to retrieve the emails.
If the business is a retail business, then having SSL (secure server) and shopping cart facility are essential many consumers wont hand over their credit card details without the SSL symbol. Taking the time to examine the business requirements from a website before approaching web hosting by EUKHost will ensure that the business gets a package that fits. Web hosting by EUKHost will be able to provide services such as the ones outlined above and many more. If you are interested in web hosting by EUKHost, contact the company by visiting www.eukhost.com for more information or advice.
