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cPanel Dedicated Server

What is a cPanel Dedicated Server?

A dedicated server allows full root access to the system compared to a managed server. This enables the customer not only to independently install any programs and applications but also to exchange the entire operating system if desired. The management of such a root server can be done directly via the command line or through a web-based configuration interface. An example of such a configuration tool is cPanel, which was developed for FreeBSD and the Linux distributions of the Red Hat family. As a Server Control Panel, cPanel simplifies most administrative tasks involved in maintaining a root server. It also allows for settings that would otherwise be time-consuming to configure. Although cPanel is most widely used in the US market, there is also a German localization of the program available.

How much does a cPanel Dedicated Server cost?

The costs of a cPanel dedicated server depend on the technical specifications of the server. Key factors here are storage space, RAM, and the number of CPU cores. Affordable servers are available starting from a monthly rental fee of around ten euros. These servers typically offer 2GB of RAM, 100-200GB of storage space, and 2 CPUs. On the other hand, dedicated servers with 250GB of RAM and several TB of storage space come with fees in the upper three-digit range. If cPanel is not already included in the offer, the costs for a cPanel license should also be considered. Traffic is usually unlimited on a dedicated server. Additional setup fees may apply for individual offers.

Who offers cPanel Dedicated Servers?

Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS, and FreeBSD are considered very reliable server systems. Therefore, there are many providers available. If one of these operating systems is installed on the server, cPanel can easily be installed afterwards. Internet service providers that already offer dedicated servers with cPanel include companies like Hetzner Online GmbH or VC Server Network.

What are the pros and cons of a cPanel Dedicated Server?

Advantages

• Convenient server administration through a web-based tool
• Simplification of many tasks by cPanel
• Unrestricted root access

Disadvantages

• cPanel is much more widespread in the US market than in Germany
• cPanel does not absolve the user from the responsibility of taking care of security updates themselves
• cPanel does not run on Windows

What are the alternatives to a cPanel Dedicated Server?

If you don't necessarily need unrestricted root access to your server, it's better to opt for a managed server and benefit from automatic security updates. cPanel is highly prevalent in the US market but still occupies a niche position in Europe. Here, cPanel alternatives like Plesk offer similar functionality with wider usage. Plesk is also compatible with Windows.

A cPanel Dedicated Server is not the right choice?

Then you can also explore alternatives such as cPanel Cloud Servers, cPanel VPS hosting, or cPanel web hosting.