Dedicated Server

What is a dedicated server?

A dedicated server, as opposed to a shared server, provides a hosting solution that is uniquely yours. In other words, if you take up dedicated server hosting from 1&1, you can be sure that you are not sharing resources or storage with anybody else. This provides you with the ultimate flexibility since you have full control over your server, including your choice of operating system and computer hardware. A dedicated server also ensures your website can function optimally with no restrictions on traffic and expert support from the 1&1 team.

What can I do with a dedicated server?

If you choose dedicated server hosting from 1&1, you will find it to be among the most versatile server options currently available. Perfect for high volume websites that require superior processing power and large amounts of storage, dedicated server hosting is the ultimate hosting solution for online stores, email servers, multiplayer video gaming servers, or any other application where performance and reliability are of high importance.

What are the benefits of a dedicated server from 1&1?

Dedicated servers from 1&1 are aimed at those who desire powerful performance and fantastic reliability in order to give their website the best possible speed and dependability. A big advantage of using a dedicated server is the benefit of unlimited traffic, regardless of the amount of data going to or from your server.

Not only is Parallels® Plesk Panel 12, the world's leading software for professional server admin, included in your dedicated server hosting, but keep in mind that our 1&1 support team is on hand 24/7. For any advice, concerns or even for questions about what dedicated servers are useful for, please contact our expert team via phone or email.

State of the art data centers in the US are highly proficient and reliable, giving you the reassurance that the data kept on your dedicated server is in safe hands. A 1&1 Cisco based firewall is included, but should any unlikely errors arise, monitoring systems will alert you by email. The monitoring of your dedicated server can also be achieved through your desktop or even via a mobile app for smartphones.

What kind of processing power do dedicated servers have?

As a customer, you have a wide choice of incredibly high-tech and dynamic systems. 1&1 provides only the most powerful and best dedicated server hosting; and we operate on the latest generation of processors from AMD and Intel®. AMD systems in particular include up to 32 cores, and Intel® E5 Xeon technology comes with up to 24 virtual cores.

How secure is dedicated hosting with 1&1?

1&1 prides itself on its commitment to safety and security on dedicated servers. Our data centers are renowned in the US for being among the safest and most modern. The safeguarding of dedicated server hosting data is strengthened by redundant technology, which means that if one hardware component fails, another one automatically takes its place.

For further peace of mind regarding your dedicated server, 1&1 offers several optional extras designed to boost security and backups. 1&1 Professional Backup is individually configurable to your requirements, contains unlimited backup and storage and is available for both Linux and Windows systems.

FTP Storage is an incredibly fast and secure option for backing up your data, which contains access from the 1&1 server and no artificial bandwidth restriction. Even more FTP storage space can be added to your dedicated hosting any time you like. Lastly, a 1&1 SSL certificate is our best optional extra for dedicated servers, containing 256-bit encryption for the most professional data protection. The SSL certificate is powered by QuickSSL® Premium from GeoTrust®, the leading provider in their field.

Take a look at our 3D guide to our data center in Kansas City, which gives detailed information and specs regarding our dedication to keeping your dedicated server data safe and secure.

Does 1&1 provide DDoS protection for dedicated servers?

Here at 1&1, we understand how important it is to keep data secure, and for web owners to feel certain that their work is protected from hackers and viruses. We are well aware of the different types of protection needed for any server, and offer sophisticated security measures against one of the worst threats to servers and networks, a DDoS attack. A DDoS attack could completely shut down an entire website and interfere with the bandwidth. That's why 1&1 protects our dedicated servers from DDoS attacks, which could overload and harm the database. By default, 1&1's dedicated servers have anti DDoS protection to keep your network safe from any kind of DDoS attack, no matter how small. If you have any more questions regarding the security of our servers, you can contact the free help center via email or telephone 24/7.

Are there cheap dedicated servers available?

Definitely- 1&1 caters to all types of budgets and plans. Our entry-level dedicated servers are low on cost, but still deliver on high performance and quality. Our cheapest dedicated server is the AMD Dual Core, with a formidable operating speed and generous RAM and hard disk space. Even cheap servers can be used for a wide range of application and projects.

What is the difference between a VPS and dedicated server?

A VPS (Virtual Private Server) differs from a dedicated server in a number of ways. Firstly, while both options allow the installation of dedicated operating systems, a VPS will share a server's hardware and resources with other VPSs. This stands in contrast to dedicated server hosting that provides hardware unique to the user. This means that in most cases, a dedicated server can offer superior performance over a VPS since a dedicated server is never limited by resources or shared capacities.

What are the details concerning admin tools and operating systems for dedicated servers?

1&1 dedicated servers offer you full root access with Linux, and likewise administrator access with Windows. For both operating systems, you will have complete control over installing programs or services and also the management of users. Dedicated server hosting from 1&1 works with Parallels® Plesk 12, which acts as the interface for all server admin tasks. The easy to follow, quick and powerful Plesk 12 can effortlessly multitask with monitoring applications, installing programs and accessing user accounts and settings. 1&1 offers extra features for better all-around performance, management and security for your dedicated server. Additional domains with more than 100 various TLDs can be purchased, as well as a dedicated 1&1 SEO package, making your website easier to find on search engines. Additionally, up to 2 GB of online storage can be added to dedicated servers, giving you worldwide access to your files. Another optional but great feature is Norton Internet Security, which will protect your computer against local viruses. Keep in mind that a 1&1 Cisco based firewall is included with a dedicated server.

What is a dedicated email server?

A dedicated email server is essentially a dedicated server that is used to host email accounts. These may be used by email providers or simply by someone looking to provide a centralized email system for employees within an organization or company. A dedicated email server provides users with unlimited resources and advanced tools to manage large email services and accounts.

Can I take advantage of 1&1's dedicated servers when I live in India?

1&1 is an international company committed to providing services in many different countries, which is why dedicated servers in India are also available through 1&1. With maximum security and excellent reliability, 1&1's dedicated servers put powerful web hosting solutions directly into your hands. And with guaranteed unlimited traffic, it's no surprise that web developers and businesses are choosing 1&1 as a favored provider for dedicated servers in India. if you're based in India, you can rely on 1&1 for reliable and efficient servers and will be pleased by the affordable price of dedicated servers for India. 1&1's Indian clients can even buy their own country code top level domain (ccTLD), using the .in domain, which is specially designed to support brands in the Indian market, to attract Indian clientele and stand out from the crowd. Discover how 1&1 can help you get the most out of your Indian projects today.

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