Enterprise Web Hosting FAQ

Enterprise hosting is more of a theory or concept than the other types of hosting that are commonly discussed. It is simple to define a dedicated server, a shared server, or any of the many other types of servers that people can purchase. Because enterprise hosting is more of a theory or concept, the question What is enterprise hosting? will elicit a variety of responses. Depending on who you speak with These answers will range from being able to upgrade systems or software at the drop of a hat to never having downtime. When the answers are combined, we get the following list of requirements for an enterprise host: security, scalability, availability, performance, and reliability.

Security, an enterprise host should have a dedicated team of security professionals constantly monitoring the network for attacks.

Scalability. An enterprise host should be able to upgrade the system or even put up another system or two for you to use at a moment’s notice if you anticipate a significant increase in traffic.

Availability means that the network should always be up and running so that users/clients can access your website.

Performance, the network (low latency), and the computer itself should all be configured in such a way that performance is prioritised.

Reliability, like availability, the network should be reliable, and the servers themselves must be reliable. Backup power supplies and other fail-safes are preferable.

Who is in need of enterprise hosting?

Anyone who relies on their server for web presentations, data, or other purposes should invest in an enterprise host. There are various levels of enterprise servers, each with a different price tag, but if your company is going to rely on this server in any way, it must be reliable, scalable, and secure. You should also ensure that the network can perform, is available, and is secure.

What characteristics should I look for in an enterprise host?

It depends on your specific requirements, but at the very least, you should be assigned a point of contact for billing and/or technical issues. If your server is a mission-critical component of your business, you’ll want someone to hold them accountable. While you can send your technical support questions to a support e-mail address, you should make sure that if the question or issue is not resolved to your satisfaction, you have a point of contact to resolve the issue.

Because the server will be critical to your business, ensuring that the host network is well connected with multiple routes to it is also critical, even if it is not for an enterprise host. The ability to upgrade either software or hardware, as well as the ability to add more servers if needed for seasonal rushes, should be on your list of requirements.

What are some of the questions I should ask an entertainer?

There are numerous questions that should be asked of a potential enterprise hosting company, and I have listed a few of them below:

Will I be assigned a personal account representative/customer relations manager?

Will I be assigned a dedicated technical contact to whom I can reach out in the event of a problem?

Can the server hardware be quickly upgraded, or even a new server installed, to handle the increased traffic load?

Is there a dedicated network and security team on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week?

How many different Internet connections do you have to the backbone at the data centre where I will be hosted?

Why would I need enterprise hosting?

Security, scalability, availability, performance, and reliability; if those are important to you, then you will want to consider an enterprise host. The ability to add hardware, software, additional servers, and other time-sensitive details like that is what an enterprise-hosting package offers over just a regular hosting package. The purchaser of an enterprise-hosting package also gets more personalised service, usually with dedicated technical personnel to talk to when there are issues and dedicated account personnel to talk to if there are billing issues. If the server you are looking to get is going to be an important part of your business, then you need personalised service along with the ability to get things done fast, so you should look for an enterprise host.

What are some applications that might be used in enterprise hosting?

Some software that might run on an enterprise host is CRM, ERP, Real Media streaming, Enterprise MS SQL, or a number of other pieces of software. One of the objectives of enterprise hosting is that the server can be quickly upgraded or more servers can be quickly added to help handle the load required. The load might be due to a high-traffic entertainment or audiovisual site, or it could be due to the seasonal rush on an e-commerce site. Making sure your host has the ability to meet your scalability needs in terms of traffic and processing power for your applications is what is important.

Just because I am a business does that mean I need enterprise hosting?

You do not have to have an enterprise host just because you have a business. Remember that enterprise-hosting packages come in different price ranges, so you might want to look into them, especially if you expect your company to grow at a good rate. There is some added personal attention you can get with enterprise hosts that you wont get with a regular hosting package, but at the same time, you will pay more. It is possible that by paying more, you end up saving money because you have the hosting company doing some of the work you would have outsourced without them, though. So, do your research, find different hosts with various enterprise packages, and see if they meet your requirements. Then compare them to the other packages you’re considering.

Is an enterprise host required for my e-commerce site?

You don’t need an enterprise host just because you have a business website. An enterprise host is designed for businesses that need to move quickly and receive a high volume of traffic. While there are different levels of enterprise hosting, a smaller company may find an enterprise level host useful because an enterprise level host can usually package many different items together to provide a cost savings. Security patching of the server, monitoring the server’s load, server maintenance, monitoring of specific applications, and possibly a list of other things that could cost the company’s owner a lot of money could be packaged together. Outsourcing these services could end up saving both smaller and larger companies a lot of money and time.

If you are a fast-growing company that requires the ability to scale and the best service and uptime possible, your e-commerce site absolutely requires an enterprise host. If your website is your primary source of income, you must have it up and running at all times and respond to the needs of your users/clients. In this case, you’ll need an enterprise host.

Terminology glossary

Information Technology Data Centers

A data centre is the location where servers are kept. This location should have Internet connections to connect the servers to the outside world, as well as backup power generators and security features.

Security is managed

This means that a team of professionals are monitoring or interpreting reports from various detection software to ensure that no security gaps exist. Data is rapidly becoming one of the most important components of businesses, and ensuring that no one gains access to your data should be a top priority.

Exceptional Availability

This is usually used in terms of the network itself, and it means that the network is up and running at all times. Being highly available is achieved by having multiple Internet connections, which allow traffic to enter the data centre and reach your server even if one connection fails.

Account Manager on Staff

A dedicated account manager is a contact person in the hosting company who can help you with almost any question you may have, or they will refer you to someone who can. This is preferable in an enterprise-hosting scenario because you will not be sending your request to a cloud where the first person to grab the e-mail will respond. You will have a dedicated person who gets to know you and you get to know them, so there will be more incentive to ensure that everything is done correctly and that you are completely satisfied.

Streaming of Real Media

Real Media streaming is the use of Real Video or Real Audio to enhance a website and provide a better user experience. Real Media streaming necessitates more resources, ranging from processing power to bandwidth.