Take the cheaper option with shared hosting
Shared hosting is when your website is hosted on a web server along with other websites, each having its own Internet domain name. It is the chearper of the web hosting options. It’s where multiple sites are hosted on a single server, so each account ends up "sharing" server space with other users.
It is only really suitable for low traffic sites as you get limited disk space and bandwidth, much less than you would with your own dedicated hosting. It also tends to be inflexible restricts the level of interactivity of the website and increase risk due to other users being on the same server.
Shared hosting is the least expensive and most common hosting option whilst still offering a professional look to your website. This is generally the most economical option for hosting as many people share the overall cost of server maintenance.
The hosting service must include system administration since it is shared by many users; this is a benefit for users who do not want to deal with it, but a hindrance to power users who want more control. In general shared hosting will be inappropriate for users who require extensive software development outside what the hosting provider supports.
In shared hosting, the provider is generally responsible for management of servers, installation of server software, security updates, technical support and other aspects of the service.
Advantages of shared hosting:
- Shared hosting is often a good place to start when setting up your online presence, especially when you are unsure of exactly how many visitors you will get or how much storage space you need.
- With shared hosting you are responsible for little, if any, server maintanence or management. Your host provider manages the server for you, so things like routine maintenance, tuning, and upgrades are handled for you.
- As you are sharing resources it is possible to use the server hardware to it's full potential, translating into affordable pricing.
- Shared hosting is scalable, you can start out slow, and adjust your hosting plan to meet your needs as they arise.
For a list of best hosting providers see the hosting suppliers directory page.
