What is a VPS server?
A VPS (Virtual Private Server) is a type of cloud computing service that provides virtual users with the resourses of a physical server. The power of a single physical server gets separated into several virtual servers, each functioning autonomously, via hardware virtualization. As a result you essentially get a computing machine without having to deal with setting up any of it's hardware.
VPS vs. VDS: what's the difference?
VPS (Virtual Private Server) and VDS (Virtual Dedicated Server) are both hosting solutions that provide users with virtual environments on a shared physical server. Both of the scenarios are commonly used for cloud hosting services, however there's a sizeable distinction in capacity allocation and customization options.
A VPS allows users to share the same server and use dedicated, but limited resources (RAM, CPU, storage). It’s budget-friendly but may have limitations in customization and operation.
A VDS in turn lets users receive an entire virtual server worth of dedicated resources, reserved solely for the user. This cloud server rental option ensures improved output and consistency. Besides, the virtual setup process is more customizable with this option.
The essential disparity of VPS vs. VDS comes down to resource distribution and personalization. VPS tends to be more advantageous projects with lightweight tasks, while larger or more resource-taxing projects might opt for VDS as it provides improved productivity and regulation.
Why is it called virtual?
Virtual servers get their name after their use of virtualization. What it does is it creates multiple simulated ecosystems on a single physical server, which involves partitioning hardware capabilities like CPU, RAM, and storage into smaller sections assigned to each virtual setup. Despite existing on shared hardware, often even on the same machine, every single VPS functions as a separate device and runs its own software.
What features does the pricing cover?
Serverspace’s virtual server rental fee includes:
- 24/7 tech assistance;
- access to all control panel features;
- unlimited data transfer;
- licenses for RDP-server access (for Windows servers).
Can I change my server pricing?
VPS tariff plans can be changed in the control panel at any time. Go to your server settings and adjust the configuration as needed.
RAM and vCPU changes require only a server restart with no data loss, while bandwidth scaling is done without stopping the server at all.
Disk space can only be increased.
How are the virtual server hosting services charged?
We use the Pay-as-you-go model, which means that there are no fixed price plans. You are billed every 10 minutes for the servers you use. So, if a virtual machine functions for 30 minutes and is then deleted, you get charged only for those 30 minutes.
What OS can be preinstalled on VPS?
Available OS images in the Control Panel include:
- Windows;
- FreeBSD;
- Debian;
- Ubuntu;
- Oracle.