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About webhostdir.com
Who are Web Host Directory?
Web Host Directory provides one-stop shopping for hosting services. We offer a neutral site for comparing and purchasing hosting products.
Web Host Directory is the product of over 5 years hosting industry experience. As part of the Web Host Directory group of companies you are assured of concise accurate information and product offerings.
Searching for the right hosting solution can be a long and arduous task. We make it easier for you to research relevant plans and make an informed decision.
How it Works?
Web Host Directory creates the demand, which generates on-line sales and qualified leads. Business and residential customers visit the site and input their hosting requirements through our powerful search engine with its advanced search capabilities or through our Spotlight section.
Who Benefits?
Web Host Directory creates benefits for both the consumer and the supplier. Purchasing decisions may be made quickly, fairly, openly, and cost-effectively with no need for technical expertise. Supplier sales costs are reduced in comparison with their traditional sales processes.
Consumer Benefits:
Great savings
Competitive prices
One-stop shopping
Hassle-free decision-making
No technical experience needed
Free service to consumer
Access to extensive list of providers
Buying tips
Supplier Benefits:
Increased market exposure
"Level playing field" for any size Service Provider
Qualified sales leads
Lower cost of sales
Stable revenuesFees and Costs
Web Host Directory collects promotional fees for such mediation from the supplier, although we offer a free service to enter your details into our database. The service is free to consumers.
About Our Host
Rackspace Managed Hosting famous for its Fanatical Support™ provides its customers with full-service hosting solutions, including state-of-the-art data centers, customized Internet servers, burstable connectivity, server software and 24 x 7 expert management. And, with Rackspace's SmoothScaling capabilities, Web developers, e-businesses and application service providers can add bandwidth or server capacity on demand. Monthly fees range from £200 to £30,000 per month, depending on the complexity of the server architecture.
The company, which was founded in 1998, has locations in Texas and London and currently manages more than 12,000 servers for customers in more than 80 countries.
For more information, visit www.rackspace.co.uk, or call +44 20 8897 4717 or from the UK on freephone 0800 085 3973
Privacy Policy
What is the purpose of this Privacy Policy?
Web Host Directory has created this privacy policy in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to our users. The following discloses our information gathering and dissemination practices for this website: www.webhostdir.com. Please continue reading for complete details on the Web Host Directory privacy policy. If you have any questions about the policy, you can request more information by filling in the contact us form.
What information do we collect from users and how is it used?
Web Host Directory is the sole owner of the information collected on this site. We will not sell, share, or rent this information to others in ways different from what is disclosed in this policy.
Surveys & Contests
From time-to-time, our site requests information from users via surveys or contests. Participation in these surveys or contests is completely voluntary and the user therefore has a choice whether or not to disclose this information. Information requested may include contact information (such as name and shipping address), and demographic information (such as zip code and age level). Contact information will be used to notify the winners and award prizes. Survey information will be used for purposes of monitoring or improving the use and satisfaction of this site.
Referral Program
If a user elects to use our referral service for informing a friend or colleague about our site, we ask for the friend's name and E-mail address. We will automatically send the friend a one-time E-mail inviting them to visit the site. Web Host Directory applies the same privacy protection for all referrals and third party information that is provided by a user. Their information is stored for the sole purpose of sending this one-time E-mail. The friend may contact us to request the removal of this information from our database.
Correspondence
If you correspond with us via E-mail or snail mail, or if other third parties such as hosting suppliers provide us with information about you, we may gather the information in a file specific to you. We only collect the Personally Identifiable Information that you provide to us. While we may gather market data from other resources, the scope of our knowledge about Personally Identifiable Information based upon your use of our site is entirely up to you. Like many other websites, Web Host Directory collects information about users' utilization and navigation of our site. This information helps us to design our site to better suit our users' needs. For example, our site will track the URL that you visited before you came to our site, the URL to which you next go and your Internet Provider (IP) address. We use your IP address to help diagnose problems with our server and to administer our site. Your IP address also is used to help identify you and to gather broad demographic information.
How does a customer 'opt-in' or 'opt-out' of Web Host Directory promotional E-mail?
Our users are given the opportunity to opt-in to receive promotional E-mail at the time of registration. Promotional E-mail does not include E-mail necessary for our site's services. We ask that a customer actively check a box to receive E-mail about special offers and hosting tips. At anytime a user can request removal from the distribution list.
Does the Web Host Directory website use cookies? If so, how are cookies used on the website?
Cookies are pieces of information that a website transfers to a user's hard drive for record-keeping purposes while visiting a site. Like most major websites, Web Host Directory uses cookies on certain pages of our site. Cookies make using the Internet easier by, among other things, saving your passwords and preferences for you. For example, a cookie lets the Web Host Directory website remember that you've registered, which allows us to speed up your future activities at our site, and which allows you to enter your password less frequently while visiting our website. We may also use cookies to deliver content specific to your interests. Our cookies do not contain any content specific information. Our cookies do not contain any personally identifying information although cookies may enable us to relate your use of our website to personally identifying information that you previously submitted. For example, it enables us to enhance personalization on the website, such as calling you by name when you return to our site. Most browsers are initially set up to accept cookies, although your browser may permit you to decline cookies. If you do decline cookies, your use of our site may be slowed because you may need to re-enter information.
What are the policies of linked sites and other third parties?
This privacy policy only addresses the use and disclosure of information we collect from you. Although you may interact with hosting suppliers as a result of visiting our site, or link to other sites or third parties via our website, Web Host Directory is not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties or the content of linked sites. We encourage you to read the posted privacy policy whenever interacting with any website.
To whom does Web Host Directory release information?
Web Host Directory only releases specific customer information to third parties, such as Hosting suppliers when you select a supplier. The information transfer is necessary in order to facilitate your transaction to the new supplier and complete account set-up. Please be aware that despite our best intentions and the guidelines outlined in this privacy policy, no data transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. Moreover, we may be legally obligated to disclose information to the government or to third parties under certain circumstances, such as illegal activity on our Site. Web Host Directory reserves the right to release personally identifiable information to law enforcement or other government officials, as Web Host Directory, in our sole and absolute discretion, deems necessary or appropriate. By submitting a HostQUOTE request, you agree to submit your contact details to the featured third party service providers.
How will I know about changes in the Privacy Policy?
Web Host Directory reserves the right to update this privacy policy from time to time. Please visit this page periodically so that you will be apprised of any changes. However, we will only use Personally Identifiable Information in accordance with the Privacy Policy that was in effect at the time the information was collected. If at any point we should decide to use that information differently, we will notify users by way of E-mail so that users can approve or disapprove of such use.
A History of Quality Service & Support
Founded in 1997 by Rob Laidlaw, VerticalScope Inc.'s TopHosts.com is the complete Web hosting resource. It combines years of experience and proprietary technology to give small business owners, developers, Webmasters, and e-commerce businesses the most comprehensive, up-to-date information and tools available. TopHosts' experienced staff, extensive features, and exclusive technology not only makes TopHosts the premier host directory on the Web, but also makes it a truly unique resource for the small and medium enterprise market.An Industry Leader
Referenced by PC Week and Internet World, TopHosts.Com is heavily indexed throughout the Internet by other online information sources. Containing over 10,000 pages, the TopHosts site is constantly updated, making it the premier provider of Web hosting information. Small business owners or the company's web designer can find out not only what they need to know in terms of fundamental criteria, but also what service or provider is best for their needs.TopHosts' Top 25 Directory profiles and ranks the Web hosting industry leaders. From E-Commerce Web hosting to Dedicated Web hosting, our showcases give Web hosting providers the opportunity to present their latest products and packages. Informational guides provide concise, easy to follow steps for novice users looking to make an informed purchase decision. Web hosting news and articles provide more experienced users with valuable information and insights from the industry. Check out our Web hosting forum to view or participate in current discussions on all aspects of web hosting including past experiences (both negative and positive), choosing a host, questions and answers, and other related subjects. Sign up for the TopHosts Newsletter to receive on a regular basis the Web hosting industry's latest articles and news.
TopHosts.com and its international properties are 100% owned by VerticalScope Inc.
Web Hosting FAQ
Do I need to change my domain if I get a new host?
No, as long as the domain is registered under your name, as it should be already. From where you manage your domain names, you can update your nameservers to your new host.
How can I get a detailed view of a domain?
One of the best place to get detailed view of a domain is www.domaintools.com. If you type in www.whois.sc/domainname, ex. whois.domaintools.com/cnn.com, not only will you get the whois data for the domain but a wealth of other information about the domain such as Alexa rankings, where the domain is being hosted and other competitive information.
How can I improve the load time of my web site?
First of all, you need to figure out the components that slow down your web site. Give http://www.websiteoptimization.com/services/analyze/ a try. The resulting report includes specific advice on how to improve the page load time and incorporates proven optimization techniques into its recommendation. [extracted from Ask Jennifer]
How can my company be in TopHosts' Top 25?
To make the grade and rank among TopHosts' world renowned Top 25 list click here to visit the Top 25 Application page.
How do I advertise on TopHosts.com?
To be a part of the most comprehensive and dynamic vehicle available to grow your hosting business, vist the Advertising Information page by clicking here.
How Do I Register a Domain Name?
Registering a domain name is very easy. First you will have to make sure that the domain you want is available - using something called a WHOIS lookup at sites like Register.com or Whois Source you can make sure the domain you want is available for registration.
How do I track how many hits my website gets?
Tracking on your site can be either done server-side or remotely. With server-side statistics, log files are used to generate visitor information. This is usually much more accurate than remotely hosted solutions. In such cases, you usually have to add some javascript to your site. This javascript is then used to track visitor data.
How do I upload my site online?
Uploading your site can be done in many ways, but the most popular is FTP. When your hosting account was created, you should have been provided with an FTP account. Using software such as CuteFTP or WS_FTP, you can log into your host. Then, using the program like a normal windows program, you can drag and drop files onto your web host. These files become live online instantaneously. There are other ways to upload your site such as using SSH or uploading files through your browser
Should I go with Windows hosting or Unix hosting?
If you need to support Microsoft products such as ASP, VBScript or MS Access, or if you already understand IIS and don't have time to learn UNIX, Windows hosting would be a well-suited choice. Keep in mind that Windows is a Microsoft proprietary so users are dependent on Microsoft to release updates and individuals cannot modify the code. For more on Windows Hosting offers and articles click here.
Unix is known to be more common with web hosts due to its stability. Linux, a flavour of Unix, is cheaper than Windows and usually free. Linux and the other UNIX varieties are open-source software, which means anyone can alter the source code and make improvements, updates, and additions. For more on Unix Hosting offers and articles click here.
What are PHP, ASP, perl, etc?
These are all programming languages which are referred to by their acronyms.
PHP - PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor
ASP - Active Server Pages
Perl - not an acronymEach programming language has its own benefits and uses. It is best that you research on your own to find one that best fits your needs.
What is a DNS reverse lookup?
Reverse DNS lookup is checking an IP against a domain name server and being able to retrieve the corresponding domain name. For instance, a reverse DNS lookup lets you tell that the IP address 209.41.183.225 is actually http://hostmysite.com. (check out www.dnsstuff.com to run Reverse DNS lookups). [extracted from Ask Jennifer]
What is a Domain Name?
A domain name is a word along with a TLD that uniquely identifies your website.
What is a Merchant Account and how do I get one?
A merchant account is a relationship with a bank, in which the bank allows you to charge people’s credit cards for goods and/or services you provide. The bank is responsible for debiting customer's funds and depositing it into your account.
There are two typical ways of acquiring a merchant account. You can acquire your own merchant account, which gives you more flexibility when accepting credit cards as payment. The other option, is to use a third-party merchant account, which means another party allows you to accept credit cards using their merchant account. This is usually more expensive, but a viable option for those with very low volumes.
What is load balancing?
When a single server cannot handle the number of visitors to a site, load-balancing divides the work of one server to one or more additional ones. By load-balancing, more work can get done in the same amount of time and allows faster processing.
What is Root Access?
For UNIX- and Linux-based security, system administrators can set up unique security access constraints or “root” accounts. Access to these accounts is known as Root Access, allowing full access to machines, full manipulation of the file system and administration of current running processes.
What is space and bandwidth/data transfer?
Every website takes up a specific amount of space or diskspace on a server. Bandwidth/Transfer is the amount of data, measured in gigabytes - billions of bytes, the server will allow your site to send in a month. A host may shut your site down or charge you 'overage' if you go over your monthly limit.
What is SSL/TLS and how does it protect visitor’s information?
SSL or TLS provides a form of encryption between someone's web browser and your website, keeping your visitor's information safe.The Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) is a commonly used protocol which protects transmissions on the Internet by encrypting data in a user’s web browser. The data is then transferred from the browser to the website in this encrypted format, unencrypted by the web server software, and then used by the website.
Transport Layer Security (TLS) ensures privacy between communicating applications and users on the Internet, ensuring no third party can eavesdrop or tamper with messages. TLS enables a server and client to authenticate each other and negotiates an encryption algorithm and cryptographic keys before data is exchanged.
What is the difference between name-based and IP-based hosting?
IP-based virtual hosts use the IP address of the connection to determine the correct virtual host to serve. Therefore you need to have a separate IP address for each host. With name-based virtual hosting, the server relies on the client to report the hostname as part of the HTTP headers. Using this technique, many different hosts can share the same IP address. [extracted from Ask Jennifer]
What is virtual hosting?
Known as shared hosting, virtual hosting means that your site is virtually shared, or on one server that hosts multiple sites. Other sites, along with yours, are on this specific server.
What is Web Hosting?
Web hosting is a service that allows users to post Web pages to the Internet.
A Web host, or hosting service provider (HSP), is a business that provides the technologies and services needed for Web sites to be viewed on the Web.
What kind of Web hosting is right for me?
There are many Web hosting companies out there, catering to many different needs and goals. Various elelments need to be considered, such as the exact purpose of your website, disk space required, scripting language needed, support and of course, price. To match your preferences with the appropriate provider click here and fill out TopHosts' Hosting Fast Find or try TopHosts' TopDoc for a more thorough diagnosis.
Will there ever be advertising on my site that I don't want?
No. If you are paying a hosting company for webspace that is yours alone, no one can put ads on your site, except you.
With a fast internet connection, why can't I just host my own site?
It's possible to do so, but definitely not recommended. Firstly, most ISPs may terminate your account if you host a website because of clauses that prevent you from doing so.
There are also many technical issues to consider when hosting a site, such as having to constantly provide security and protection from hackers. You would also need to have your computer on 24/7 and you wouldn't have the professional support Web hosts provide in case something goes wrong. Without a proper Web host, you wouldn't have access to powerful servers with lots of RAM, high performance hard disks, and multiple internet connections, much faster than residential DSL or cable service.
HostSearch.com is the most established, most influential and most widely respected Web Hosting Directory on the Internet. The site represents the largest resource of web hosting information currently available through any medium and caters to thousands of visitors daily, each seeking unbiased information about the world’s web hosting providers and their products and services.
Possibly one of the most important aspects of HostSearch.com is that it allows those with firsthand experience of a web host’s service to share their thoughts with others. While other sites monitor uptime and document other technical issues, HostSearch establishes exactly how those issues translate into customer experience. Quality can only gauged by the individual and alongside pages listing the facts about web hosting providers, HostSearch allows real users to offer reviews and ratings.
Established in February 1997, HostSearch remains at the forefront of technological innovation to ensure its visitors receive the very best possible service. HostSearch was the first directory to provide a search tool that allows visitors to find web hosts’ details based on categories that include ‘cost’ and ‘disk size’. Such tools have subsequently become a de facto standard for all database-driven web hosting sites.
Complementing HostSearch.com’s automated search tool, visitors looking for web hosting can utilize HostQuote – a service that allows requirements to be sent directly to web hosts who reply to prospective customers with the services they have available. The site also showcases providers in a range of different types of web hosting (shared, UNIX, Windows, etc.) and offers a number of promotions established by providers especially for HostSearch.com visitors. Visitors who need to see the human face of a provider can do so through our HostTour section, which provides a visual presentation of what a web hosting company has to offer.
Alongside information on web hosting providers, HostSearch provides a daily synopsis of news pertinent to the web hosting industry and the consumers that drive it. Subscribers to our Newsletter services can receive news sent directly to their inboxes as a daily or monthly round up. HostSearch also offers interviews with key players in the web hosting industry who provide their insights into the current situation and what the future has in store. Alongside interviews, HostSearch offers an extensive listing of articles covering every aspect of web hosting, from explaining how absolute novices should choose their first web host, to articles that advise the more seasoned user on advanced aspects of web hosting. HostSearch also has one of the liveliest forums on the Internet!
HostSearch.com – takes the hard work out of finding a web host!
Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for Users of HostSearch.com At HostSearch.com we are committed to protecting our users' right to privacy, and do not collect domain names or email addresses of our users for distribution or sale to advertisers. We adhere to a strict anti-spam policy, and at no time disclose user information to our advertisers.
Hyperlinks HostSearch.com contains hyperlinks to other web sites, and this privacy policy applies only to material found in this site.
Security We place a high importance on ensuring that transactions are secure. For this reason we take security precautions to protect against loss, misuse or alteration of your personal information. As you may be aware, no data transmission over the Internet can be entirely secure. As a result, while we will always use reasonable endeavors to protect the personal information you provide to us, we cannot guarantee the security of your information and the use of our facilities (e.g. email) is at your own risk.
Termination If either HostSearch or you wish to terminate the agreement between us this can be done by sending an email (by us to your e-mail address and by you to support@hostsearch.com or by post (by us to your usual address and by you to our registered office as given above). Notices will be deemed to have been served one hour after transmission by email and 3 working days after dispatch by post. You are responsible for notifying HostSearch of any change to your email address and, when provided, your postal address. Any breach of these terms shall entitle HostSearch to immediately terminate the service to you without notice. Neither party is obliged to provide to the other any reason for their decision to terminate the agreement.
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