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Dedicated vs virtual servers

Dedicated and virtual servers have a lot in common, but the key difference is how the physical machine is used.

The key difference

A virtual server is an isolated share of a shared machine, while a dedicated server is the whole machine for you. This shows in performance, cost and the level of control.

How we choose for you

  • A virtual server suits medium projects looking for a balance.
  • A dedicated server suits large and sensitive workloads.
  • We assess the number of visitors and the kind of data before recommending.
  • You can move between the two options as the project grows.

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