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CloudLinux OS as a server: What can the commercial Linux distribution do?
27
Jul

CloudLinux OS as a server: What can the commercial Linux distribution do?

The commercial Linux distribution CloudLinux OS provides a powerful solution for servers, primarily tailored to the needs of web hosting providers. The following article goes into more detail on the performance and features that CloudLinux OS offers as a server operating system.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
openSUSE as a server: What the SuSE Linux successor popular in Germany offers
13
Jul

openSUSE as a server: What the SuSE Linux successor popular in Germany offers

Over the years, openSUSE, formerly known as SuSE Linux, has evolved from a simple Linux distribution into a robust platform for server infrastructures. The following article provides a comprehensive overview of openSUSE as a server operating system.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Merger in the hosting market: dogado.group and group.ONE successfully merge
06
Jul

Merger in the hosting market: dogado.group and group.ONE successfully merge

The merger of the successful DACH-based dogado.group with the Scandinavian group.ONE, announced at the end of last year, has been successfully completed.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Fedora as a server: What speaks in favour of the Linux operating system?
05
Jul

Fedora as a server: What speaks in favour of the Linux operating system?

As a Linux distribution with an innovative approach and a strong focus on freedom and features, Fedora has gained a loyal following. In this article, we therefore want to take a closer look at using Fedora as a server operating system.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Gentoo as a server: What sets the Linux operating system apart?
28
Jun

Gentoo as a server: What sets the Linux operating system apart?

With Gentoo Linux, a flexible and high-performance distribution is available that has established itself as a versatile platform for various applications. This article examines the characteristics of Gentoo as a server operating system and provides interested readers with in-depth insights.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What you should know about PHP Extended Support
02
Jun

What you should know about PHP Extended Support

This article examines the concept of PHP Extended Support, an initiative by hosting providers that aims to ensure this support continues even after the regular product lifecycle has ended.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Is specialised WordPress hosting worth it?
24
May

Is specialised WordPress hosting worth it?

Because WordPress is used by most website owners today, you will find, alongside traditional web hosting packages, increasingly specialised WordPress hosting plans on the market. But is using WordPress hosting really worthwhile for your website, or is a standard hosting package sufficient? We will answer this question in the following article.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Build more purpose within the company with Groundbreaker Talents
16
May

Build more purpose within the company with Groundbreaker Talents

During CloudFest 2023 we had the opportunity to speak with Leoni Rossberg. She is co-founder and managing director of Groundbreaker gGmbH and tells us about opportunities for IT companies to engage sustainably and, in doing so, to give their own employees within the company an additional purpose.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Server management with CloudPanel: User-friendly control panel for cloud servers
11
May

Server management with CloudPanel: User-friendly control panel for cloud servers

The following article provides a comprehensive overview of CloudPanel, its features, the supported cloud infrastructures and the benefits it offers users.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Server management with KeyHelp: Powerful control panel for Linux servers
11
May

Server management with KeyHelp: Powerful control panel for Linux servers

The following article provides an overview of KeyHelp's features and how they help to optimise the management process for web servers.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Cloud providers alongside the major hyperscalers
08
May

Cloud providers alongside the major hyperscalers

During CloudFest 2023 we had the opportunity to speak with Alex Fine, CEO of Virtuozzo, about the cloud market, hyperscalers and the future of the hosting market

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Encryption as a cornerstone of digitalisation
04
May

Encryption as a cornerstone of digitalisation

We had the opportunity to speak with Managing Director Patrycja Schrenk during CloudFest 2023 about the importance of encryption.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Secure, fast and scalable: Why the JAMstack is revolutionising web development
02
May

Secure, fast and scalable: Why the JAMstack is revolutionising web development

In this article we will examine the JAMstack, its benefits and the technologies that drive it.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Windows Server 2022: What's new?
26
Apr

Windows Server 2022: What's new?

Find out here what's new in Microsoft's current Windows Server 2022 operating system.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Status Quo of the DE Domain and what are the new nTLDs
20
Apr

Status Quo of the DE Domain and what are the new nTLDs

During CloudFests 2023, we had the opportunity to speak with Thomas Keller, board member of DENIC eG, about the DE domain and discuss industry developments, especially regarding the new Top-Level Domains (nTLDs) that have changed the domain landscape in recent years.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Managing your own registry accounts with ResellerInterface
04
Apr

Managing your own registry accounts with ResellerInterface

It is not uncommon for medium-sized and large companies to have a domain portfolio with several hundred entries. With such large quantities, it can be a challenge to manage all domain names and keep track of them.

  • Author: ResellerInterface
Server management via the LiveConfig Control Panel
04
Apr

Server management via the LiveConfig Control Panel

Is it worthwhile to use the LiveConfig Control Panel for server management in web hosting?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Server management with the ISPConfig Control Panel
04
Apr

Server management with the ISPConfig Control Panel

Is it worth using the ISPConfig Control Panel to manage a web hosting server?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Using cPanel as the control panel for server management
03
Apr

Using cPanel as the control panel for server management

Is it worth using the cPanel control panel for server management in web hosting?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Use Plesk as Control Panel for Server Management
03
Apr

Use Plesk as Control Panel for Server Management

Is it worth resorting to the Plesk control panel for server management of a web hosting?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
cPanel vs Plesk: Which control panel is better?
29
Mar

cPanel vs Plesk: Which control panel is better?

With cPanel and Plesk, two of the leading server control panels are facing each other and are relatively similar in functionality. Which one is better?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
WordPress Web hosting costs
17
Mar

WordPress Web hosting costs

What costs should you expect for WordPress web hosting? We provide an overview.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is hardened PHP?
28
Feb

What is hardened PHP?

Find out here what lies behind the term hardened PHP and why you should concern yourself with the topic of PHP hardening.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
DirectAdmin as a control panel for server management
07
Feb

DirectAdmin as a control panel for server management

Effective solutions for server management are becoming increasingly important. How can DirectAdmin assert itself as a control panel?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Webmin as a control panel for server management
27
Jan

Webmin as a control panel for server management

Effective solutions for server management are becoming increasingly important. How can Webmin establish itself as a control panel?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Froxlor as a control panel for server management
20
Jan

Froxlor as a control panel for server management

Effective solutions for server management are becoming increasingly important. How can Froxlor establish itself as a control panel?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Hosttest plants trees for new reviews with expeero
18
Jan

Hosttest plants trees for new reviews with expeero

For the protection of our climate, we work with expeero. Specifically, by planting trees for received reviews.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Gzip vs Brotli: Compression algorithms compared
10
Jan

Gzip vs Brotli: Compression algorithms compared

Gzip and Brotli are two compression algorithms that pursue the same goal but operate differently in detail

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is a vCore in VPS hosting?
19
Dec

What is a vCore in VPS hosting?

What exactly does the term vCore refer to in VPS hosting?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
CloudFest 2023 - Secure Free Tickets Now
07
Dec

CloudFest 2023 - Secure Free Tickets Now

It's that time again: In March of the coming year, CloudFest 2023 will take place on-site at Europapark Rust.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Nginx vs. LiteSpeed: Which Web Server is Better?
28
Nov

Nginx vs. LiteSpeed: Which Web Server is Better?

How do the two well-known web server variants differ and which one is better suited for your own online project?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Apache vs. Microsoft IIS: What is the right choice?
21
Nov

Apache vs. Microsoft IIS: What is the right choice?

How do the two well-known web server variants differ and which one is better suited for your own online project?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Apache vs LiteSpeed: What are the differences?
14
Nov

Apache vs LiteSpeed: What are the differences?

How do the two well-known web server variants differ and which one is better suited for your own online project?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is the Microsoft IIS Webserver?
03
Nov

What is the Microsoft IIS Webserver?

Microsoft offers a Windows operating system for servers, which also provides a web server: the Microsoft IIS Webserver.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Memberships at Hosttest: Requirements for Web Hosting Providers
26
Oct

Memberships at Hosttest: Requirements for Web Hosting Providers

Find out more about our requirements for web hosting providers based on your Hosttest membership level

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Winner Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2022
18
Oct

Winner Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2022

The winners of the Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2022 of our annual audience award have been determined. Over 11,000 votes were cast, selecting the best hosting service providers on hosttest.de

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Ranking and Sorting Details of Comparisons
13
Oct

Ranking and Sorting Details of Comparisons

Transparency is one of the most important principles at hosttest. Here we want to give you more insight into our ranking and sorting of comparisons.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is S/MIME?
03
Oct

What is S/MIME?

S/MIME is a standard for encrypting emails and can help secure the exchanged data and information from unauthorized access.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Web hosting basics
26
Sep

Web hosting basics

In our Web hosting basics we explain all the essential information you need to know.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Web Hosting vs. Dedicated Server: What are the differences?
12
Sep

Web Hosting vs. Dedicated Server: What are the differences?

Where exactly are the differences between a classic Shared Web Space package and a Dedicated Server?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Web hosting vs. VPS Hosting: What are the differences?
08
Sep

Web hosting vs. VPS Hosting: What are the differences?

Where exactly are the differences between a classic Shared Web space package and a VPS Hosting?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Dedicated Server vs. Managed Server: What are the differences?
02
Sep

Dedicated Server vs. Managed Server: What are the differences?

The following comparison Dedicated Server vs. Managed Server provides answers to these questions.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is EURid and what does it do?
24
Aug

What is EURid and what does it do?

Who EURid is, what its mission is, and why it is of great importance for European unity, we explain in the following article.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
CentOS Successor: What can AlmaLinux?
18
Aug

CentOS Successor: What can AlmaLinux?

What's inside the CentOS Successor AlmaLinux? We take a closer look at the operating system.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
CentOS Successor: What can Rocky Linux?
10
Aug

CentOS Successor: What can Rocky Linux?

What's inside the CentOS Successor Rocky Linux? We take a closer look at the operating system.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Integration of hosttest awards & widgets
04
Aug

Integration of hosttest awards & widgets

Integration of hosttest awards & widgets

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
VMware or Virtuozzo: What are the differences?
25
Jul

VMware or Virtuozzo: What are the differences?

Here we look at the differences between VMware and Virtuozzo in detail.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Xen or Virtuozzo: How does virtualization differ in comparison?
25
Jul

Xen or Virtuozzo: How does virtualization differ in comparison?

Here we look at the differences between Xen and Virtuozzo in detail.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Virtuozzo or KVM: Which Virtualization is Better?
18
Jul

Virtuozzo or KVM: Which Virtualization is Better?

Here we extensively discuss the differences between Virtuozzo and KVM.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
VMware or Xen: Two Popular Hypervisors Compared
18
Jul

VMware or Xen: Two Popular Hypervisors Compared

Here we extensively discuss the differences between VMware and Xen.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
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