Hosting
If you don't already have a web server for your site there are plenty of companies who can offer you hosting. Dedicated servers - committed solely to running your site - can accommodate high traffic and give you control over software set-up to suit your exact needs. This is ideal for specialised and high-demand web applications, but remains an expensive option.
More affordable web hosting can be found on shared servers - web servers hosting a large number of individual websites. Typically companies will offer a range of different packages to meet the varying demands for web space, data transfer, security and software. Selecting a package tailored to the needs of your site can significantly reduce your costs.
A good web hosting company will employ emergency power supplies and multiple connections to minimise the chances of your website being inaccessible. They will also regularly update their software to protect the servers from hackers and malicious software.
Derwent Web Design doesn't provide web hosting, but is happy to advise.
