Many web hosting companies will offer Linux based shared hosting which enables them to offer a good quality service whilst still being able to offer competitive price plans. Linux is a popular choice of operating system and has a reputation for being a sturdy, reliable system.
Linux based servers have a reputation for providing guaranteed uptime which is another important consideration for webmasters. The language used by the webmaster will also influence the choice of operating system selected because Linux is the chosen system for PHP or MySQL.
Linux is a free operating system which is why web hosting companies can afford to make their prices as low cost as possible. Web hosting companies who base their services on a Linux operating system will usually offer multiple domains and unlimited disk storage.
A twenty four hour support system is often provided with a reputable hosting company which is essential, especially if you are new to web hosting. The support services here at Host Store consist of a knowledge base with a catalogue of the most common problems you may come across. For any problems that aren’t in the knowledge base we have an email support service and aim to answer your queries as quickly as possible.
A Linux based operating system usually has user friendly features which makes the control panel easy to use for all levels of experience. The aim of a reputable web hosting company should be to make your life easier so that you can enjoy your experience as being part of the Internet.