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I don't really know which website hoster is any good and affordable.
I searched a bit and the pricing is not really an issue. It's almost the same everywhere. Same goes for features.

ATM I'd be going for Hostgator. Anyone agree/disagree?
If you have advice or recommend another, please reply Wink


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Re: Website hosters [message #452652 is a reply to message #452643] Mon, 29 August 2011 05:40 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I've been using Webs.com for my sites, I don't know the pricing or anything since It's free if you keep the ".webs.com"

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Zeratul wrote on Mon, 29 August 2011 14:40

I've been using Webs.com for my sites, I don't know the pricing or anything since It's free if you keep the ".webs.com"

hmm tbh that looks like the worst host I've seen so far 0o


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Re: Website hosters [message #452659 is a reply to message #452643] Mon, 29 August 2011 06:56 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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www.alfahosting.be (but they also do .nl, I think). They're not the cheapest but their support is quite amazing. I have called them on Sundays at 20h and the problem was solved within minutes.

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Re: Website hosters [message #452759 is a reply to message #452643] Tue, 30 August 2011 01:39 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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For Dutch hosting I highly recommend http://versio.nl. They are cheap (USA-like pricing) and you get superb hosting in terms of quality and speed. Their support is good, too.

I have some sites running there and I can say I'm very impressed. Lots of bang for your buck.


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nikki6ixx wrote on Fri, 08 May 2009 19:47

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Goztow wrote on Mon, 29 August 2011 15:56

www.alfahosting.be (but they also do .nl, I think). They're not the cheapest but their support is quite amazing. I have called them on Sundays at 20h and the problem was solved within minutes.

Looks more like a VPS hoster, not plain website hosting.
Or did I miss something?

Prulez wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 10:39

For Dutch hosting I highly recommend http://versio.nl. They are cheap (USA-like pricing) and you get superb hosting in terms of quality and speed. Their support is good, too.

I have some sites running there and I can say I'm very impressed. Lots of bang for your buck.

I must say, cheap indeed (starting at €0,50 Oo) but also limiting (bandwith, storage space and it doesn't even say anything about SSL).
And a shitload of domain names (starting at 25) is fun, but I don't think I'll use that much.


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Yes, you did miss smth, I guess. http://www.alfahosting.be/linux-hosting.php

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Goztow wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 14:21

Yes, you did miss smth, I guess. http://www.alfahosting.be/linux-hosting.php

Hostgator is a bit more expensive when comparing the similar sets but also seems to offer more.

EDIT: nvm forgot that Hostgator was dollars so is actually around €5,- cheaper. (except the first time; domain registration gets added, although atm they offer 20% off which is about that price)


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Re: Website hosters [message #452801 is a reply to message #452769] Tue, 30 August 2011 10:11 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Omar007 wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 14:12


Prulez wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 10:39

For Dutch hosting I highly recommend http://versio.nl. They are cheap (USA-like pricing) and you get superb hosting in terms of quality and speed. Their support is good, too.

I have some sites running there and I can say I'm very impressed. Lots of bang for your buck.

I must say, cheap indeed (starting at €0,50 Oo) but also limiting (bandwith, storage space and it doesn't even say anything about SSL).
And a shitload of domain names (starting at 25) is fun, but I don't think I'll use that much.

I'd like to point out that there is no such thing as "Unlimited" Bandwidth or Disk Space. No Hard Drives exist with Infinite storage space. Usually "Unlimited" is a synonym for a Fair Use Policy; which depends on the hoster itsself what's allowed. Usually when use a lot of Disc Space or Traffic, your hoster will start bitching.

25 domains is what you can host on your account. I think that 9/10 users will never host that much domains, so don't worry too much about it. I'd like to point out that you shouldn't confuse this with 25 domain names being included, it's just the abillity to host those domain names.

SSL is supported; the Server has a Shared Certificate but this is Self-Signed and therefore won't be trusted by any Web Browser at all (Imagine going to an airport with your own, self crafted Passport, Customs wouldn't trust that either; only if that Passport is issued by a trusted authority, will Customs trust that Passport). For a *real*, legit SSL Cert you need a Dedicated IP address, for which Versio wants €3,- monthly, which equates to €36,- per year. Also, all prices listed are excluding VAT. (Exclusief BTW, dus prijs * 1.19)

Also, exactly why would you desire SSL? It's not really needed except for Web Shops or the like. If you intend on running a Web Shop, I would advise against hosting it on Shared Hosting, but would rather have a VPS with it's own IP, this offers much more freedom and speed, but desires more knowledge of Linux.

Finally, 20 GB Data Traffic per month is quite a lot and so is 1,5 GB of Disc Space, especially for that kind of money. It's only €6,- (Or €7,16 incl. VAT) for a year, I don't think you can really go wrong with that and give them a try.

If you're still doubting, check out the reviews on ISPGids: http://www.ispgids.com/ervaringen/versio (Be advised: This site is in Dutch and therefore not interesting for a lot of readers)


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nikki6ixx wrote on Fri, 08 May 2009 19:47

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Re: Website hosters [message #452804 is a reply to message #452643] Tue, 30 August 2011 10:29 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Adding to what Prulez said, "unlimited" basically means until you start using a disproportionate amount of cpu/ram compared to the average user they won't limit you. But once you do hit that much usage... They might warn you, suspend you, or even straight up terminate your account. They also have a problem with large files, since it's typically a bitch for automatic backup cycles.

Personally my strategy is to go with a free host that provides php support and a control panel. Once you start gaining more traffic to your site it's time to move into VPS territory and then later into dedicated or colocation hosting if your site becomes really popular.

Paid shared-hosting I skip entirely. It can of course be good and maybe even perfect for some people but I find it to always be a coin toss trying to find the "right" company and I just don't feel like going through the trouble... Not to mention giving out your credit card details to all the shitty companies you have to go through until you finally find a decent host.
Re: Website hosters [message #452819 is a reply to message #452643] Tue, 30 August 2011 12:29 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Leasweb.nl is my favorite.

Awesome service/reliability.
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a000clown wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 19:29

Adding to what Prulez said, "unlimited" basically means until you start using a disproportionate amount of cpu/ram compared to the average user they won't limit you. But once you do hit that much usage... They might warn you, suspend you, or even straight up terminate your account. They also have a problem with large files, since it's typically a bitch for automatic backup cycles.

I know that Wink

a000clown wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 19:29

Personally my strategy is to go with a free host that provides php support and a control panel. Once you start gaining more traffic to your site it's time to move into VPS territory and then later into dedicated or colocation hosting if your site becomes really popular.

I want more possibilities then just PHP. ie CGI, Perl etc.
Though I'm not ready for VPS and up yet. Also have to keep an eye on my budget, which isn't much as a student.

a000clown wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 19:29

Paid shared-hosting I skip entirely. It can of course be good and maybe even perfect for some people but I find it to always be a coin toss trying to find the "right" company and I just don't feel like going through the trouble... Not to mention giving out your credit card details to all the shitty companies you have to go through until you finally find a decent host.

Now you know why I asked around here aswell eh? Wink

@Prulez: Thanks for writing all those prices down (you didn't have to calculate years etc though) and clarifying the 25 hostnames.

I might use Versio then as a step-up and when I reach the limits, I'll probably go to Hostgator and then pretty much the path a000clown said (2nd quote).


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Re: Website hosters [message #452828 is a reply to message #452820] Tue, 30 August 2011 13:37 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Omar007 wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 15:47


a000clown wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 19:29

Paid shared-hosting I skip entirely. It can of course be good and maybe even perfect for some people but I find it to always be a coin toss trying to find the "right" company and I just don't feel like going through the trouble... Not to mention giving out your credit card details to all the shitty companies you have to go through until you finally find a decent host.

Now you know why I asked around here aswell eh? Wink

Yea but the thing about shared-hosting is that whatever company you choose likely has many servers.
I've paid for shared-hosting and the service was acceptable, but someone else with the exact same plan with said host might be on a different server than I was and is getting horrible service. See the problem? I could recommend you a host that is giving me fantastic service, but when you join you could very well end up on an overcrowded server that's constantly having slow service and/or downtime.
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Taz wrote on Tue, 30 August 2011 21:29

Leasweb.nl is my favorite.

Awesome service/reliability.

I second this, although my experience is only with dedicated server (for a couple of months) and colocation, both through a reseller and directly with them. Our current server is colocated there for over a year now, and the previous server was hosted there for 2-3 years I think.


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rent a virtual server, install apache mysql ...

virtual server is 100% cheaper than webspace


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Pelzmann wrote on Wed, 31 August 2011 01:06

rent a virtual server, install apache mysql ...

virtual server is 100% cheaper than webspace

U sure? Huh

If so, link?


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I still dont see a link lol :S

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Host For Web is pretty decent. I used their shared services in the past and was very happy with them.

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Omar007 wrote on Wed, 31 August 2011 13:03

I still dont see a link lol :S


http://www.all2host.de/server.php?s=vserver-linux/paket-xs


http://forum.webhostlist.de/forum/biete-server-und-hardware/


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DreamHost is fantastic. Unlimited site hosting, bandwidth, disk space, databases; SSH, SSL certs are cheap, one-click installs... and it's only about 9 bucks a month.

I can create a coupon for you if you're interested.


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My recommendation would be GearHost. In a nutshell you get a shared site on a cloud network that is blazing fast (I have many production software running on this and its great), MySQL+MSSQL databases, SmarterEmail+SmarterStats (both really nice software), Asp.NET (up to 4.0 AND FullTrust <--- Big Deal), remote IIS management, and more.

The downsides is they do not offer DNS management at the moment, so you must use your own provided by your domain registrar. If you want to know more hit me up, or just hitup GearHost.

Oh, and its like $9.99/month+$1 for stats($10.99). They also offer Cloud Servers (virtual dedicated on cloud network) at $99/month.


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I like how everyone so far has recommended something different.
Hint: Nobody here knows shit about which one is best, and everyone is simply advertising what they know / they're used to.
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