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Why every website needs a backup
19
Jan

Why every website needs a backup

Anyone who operates a web presence on the internet should deal with the topic of website backups. Creating your own website usually requires a significant amount of time and often also a considerable financial investment. Only with the help of an up-to-date backup can you reliably restore data in case of loss or compromise.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Acquisitions of Web Hosting Companies in 2016
28
Dec

Acquisitions of Web Hosting Companies in 2016

In the past year 2016, there was a lot of movement in the hosting market. In addition to many smaller companies that entered into strategic alliances with other firms, especially towards the end of the year, some really big acquisitions were also announced. In the following article, we look back at the most important news of the year.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Movement in the German Hosting Market - United Internet Acquires Strato
16
Dec

Movement in the German Hosting Market - United Internet Acquires Strato

At the end of the year, the German web hosting market is experiencing significant movement. As announced on Thursday, December 15, 2016, United Internet AG is acquiring the Internet service provider Strato from Deutsche Telekom for approximately 600 million euros.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
The Austrian IT provider Anexia acquires the German Service Provider netcup
30
Nov

The Austrian IT provider Anexia acquires the German Service Provider netcup

As announced in press releases, the Austrian IT company Anexia Internetdienstleistungs GmbH has acquired the German hosting provider netcup GmbH retroactively as of November 1, 2016.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
In three steps to the right domain name
11
Nov

In three steps to the right domain name

Two components are always necessary for a successful online presence. On the one hand, fast and reliable web hosting is required, and on the other hand, a suitable domain name. But how do you find the right domain name for your own web project and what criteria should you consider when making your selection? We have compiled the most important information on this in the following article.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
How much RAM should a web hosting provide?
04
Nov

How much RAM should a web hosting provide?

For the smooth operation of a web project, your web hosting must offer sufficient performance. In addition to storage space and databases, other metrics are also relevant. For example, how important is the available RAM? This question will be answered in the following article.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Free Tickets for WHD.global 2017 - Join the World Hosting Days for Free
25
Oct

Free Tickets for WHD.global 2017 - Join the World Hosting Days for Free

The World Hosting Days, the largest event in the field of web hosting, internet infrastructure, and cloud services, will take place again next year at Europa-Park Rust. The thirteenth edition of the event is planned as a multi-day festival-style event. Join us for free with our promotion code and experience the latest and most exciting trends in the industry.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
The winners of Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2016 are determined
20
Oct

The winners of Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2016 are determined

And the winner is... <br> With a record number of over 11,000 votes cast, we are pleased to present to you the Web Hosting Providers of the Year 2016.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
How to Handle Video Hosting Properly
11
Oct

How to Handle Video Hosting Properly

Videos are becoming increasingly popular as web content. Creating videos is easy to do nowadays. Even with a regular smartphone, you can record attractive videos in good quality. But how do you then make these available to visitors on your own website? Find out about the options available and what you should consider in the following article.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
WHD.sailing Kiel 2016: Recap
14
Sep

WHD.sailing Kiel 2016: Recap

The WHD.sailing took place on 8 and 9 September at the Kieler Yacht Club Hotel and was significantly smaller with about 70 participants compared to the well-known WHD.global in Rust.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
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