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Data Center Quality Tiers - What Tier Levels Are There
21
Jan

Data Center Quality Tiers - What Tier Levels Are There

Tier Levels in Data Centers Say a Lot About the Reliability and Quality of the DC. We Show You the Different Classes.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is a LAMP Server? An Overview
21
Jan

What is a LAMP Server? An Overview

A LAMP Server is necessary for dynamic websites. We show you the advantages of the stack.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
The Server Location Germany: Eight Advantages in Detail
21
Jan

The Server Location Germany: Eight Advantages in Detail

More and more international companies are entering the hosting market. Often with server locations in the EU abroad. We show you the advantages of DACH hosting.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
CloudFest 2022 - Secure Free Tickets Here
20
Jan

CloudFest 2022 - Secure Free Tickets Here

Finally, the time has come again: CloudFest 2022 will finally take place in March next year on-site at Europapark Rust.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Which certifications are important for data centers?
14
Jan

Which certifications are important for data centers?

We inform you about the most important data center certifications and show you what to look out for.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is a Nameserver and what does a DNS entry do?
16
Dec

What is a Nameserver and what does a DNS entry do?

To understand the domain system, it is also important to explain the functionality of Nameserver and DNS entry.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What are Floating IPs and are they useful?
16
Dec

What are Floating IPs and are they useful?

We take a look at what Floating IPs are used for and whether they are useful in daily use.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
The .com vs .de Domain - what advantages do they offer in comparison?
26
Nov

The .com vs .de Domain - what advantages do they offer in comparison?

The question of the right domain extension often arises with new web projects. We have examined the advantages and disadvantages.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What are Continuous Delivery and Continuous Deployment?
26
Nov

What are Continuous Delivery and Continuous Deployment?

We clarify what Continuous Delivery and Continuous Deployment are and how you can integrate them into your projects.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is Continuous Integration and what are the benefits?
26
Nov

What is Continuous Integration and what are the benefits?

We will show you what CI is and what benefits you can have with it for your web project in the future.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is HSTS and how do I activate it?
10
Nov

What is HSTS and how do I activate it?

HSTS makes it easier for the website operator to handle SSL. We show you what exactly is behind this term.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
How to import and export MySQL databases?
10
Nov

How to import and export MySQL databases?

We show you how easy it is to export and import MySQL databases. This way you are prepared for a move.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What are the best free PHP editors for Linux and Windows?
10
Nov

What are the best free PHP editors for Linux and Windows?

Finding the right PHP editor is not easy. We present you with free PHP editors of our choice.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Winner Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2021
19
Oct

Winner Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2021

The winners of the Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2021 of our annual audience award have been announced. Over 7,000 votes were cast, selecting the best hosting service providers on hosttest.de

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Automatic Updates in WordPress - should they be enabled?
06
Oct

Automatic Updates in WordPress - should they be enabled?

We'll show you whether automatic updates in WordPress should be enabled or performed manually.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
11 Tricks for your htaccess file - this is how the htaccess works
06
Oct

11 Tricks for your htaccess file - this is how the htaccess works

We show you 11 tricks and hacks on how you can get the most out of your htaccess file.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Symfony vs. Laravel - which is the better PHP framework?
06
Oct

Symfony vs. Laravel - which is the better PHP framework?

Symfony vs. Laravel - We show you what the better PHP framework is for your next project.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
PHP or JavaScript - which one is better
06
Oct

PHP or JavaScript - which one is better

PHP or JavaScript. Both languages differ from each other in many ways. We show similarities and differences.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is the robots.txt file and how does it work?
06
Oct

What is the robots.txt file and how does it work?

We show you what you can do with the robots.txt file to prevent search engines and other bots from indexing.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Platform as a Service (PaaS) - what is it and what are the advantages and disadvantages?
06
Oct

Platform as a Service (PaaS) - what is it and what are the advantages and disadvantages?

We explain Platform as a Service (PaaS) - what is it and what are the advantages and disadvantages.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is Adminer and is it suitable as an alternative to phpMyAdmin?
06
Oct

What is Adminer and is it suitable as an alternative to phpMyAdmin?

We show you the advantages of Adminer as an alternative to phpMyAdmin. These are the advantages and disadvantages.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
20
Sep

What is Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

We explain to laymen what IaaS means and differentiate it from SaaS and PaaS.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is the phpinfo file and how to create it
20
Sep

What is the phpinfo file and how to create it

We show you how to easily create a php.info file and what you can discover there.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
GitLab vs GitHub & are there German alternatives?
20
Sep

GitLab vs GitHub & are there German alternatives?

GitLab and GitHub are the top dogs among Git hosting platforms. We show you who is better.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is HTML 5 and what benefits does it offer?
17
Sep

What is HTML 5 and what benefits does it offer?

We show you everything you need to know about HTML5 and how to best use it for your new project.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What are SQL Injections and how can you protect yourself?
17
Sep

What are SQL Injections and how can you protect yourself?

SQL Injections are still a gateway for hackers. We show you how you can protect yourself.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Status code 307 - What does a Temporary Redirect mean in HTTP?
17
Sep

Status code 307 - What does a Temporary Redirect mean in HTTP?

We show you what the status code 307 means and how you can resolve it. Temporary Redirect in HTTP.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Status code 302 - what does it mean and how does it affect?
17
Sep

Status code 302 - what does it mean and how does it affect?

The status code 302 should only be used in a few cases. We show you where its use makes sense.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is HTTP/2 and does it bring more speed?
17
Sep

What is HTTP/2 and does it bring more speed?

Thanks to the new HTTP/2 connection protocol, websites can be loaded faster in the future. Most internet browsers and web servers already support the new connection protocol.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Dogado acquires RobHost and expands Managed Cloud Server division
15
Sep

Dogado acquires RobHost and expands Managed Cloud Server division

With the acquisition of robhost GmbH from Dresden, dogado GmbH can further expand its business in the Managed Cloud Server division.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
HTTP Error 410 - How to quickly remove content from Google & Co
03
Sep

HTTP Error 410 - How to quickly remove content from Google & Co

HTTP Error 410 is intended to serve users and search engines, conveying the status Gone. We'll reveal how to do it.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
HTTP Error 502 - what causes it and what is the solution?
03
Sep

HTTP Error 502 - what causes it and what is the solution?

HTTP Error 502 crashes your website? We show you what causes it and how to fix the error.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Too Many Requests - what is error 429 and how does it occur?
03
Sep

Too Many Requests - what is error 429 and how does it occur?

Too Many Requests is not a popular error. We tell you how you can avoid it.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
In-Demand Professional - What Salary Does a System Administrator Earn?
03
Sep

In-Demand Professional - What Salary Does a System Administrator Earn?

The system admin is an in-demand professional. We went in search of the salary.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
301 Redirect/Redirection - how does the HTTP status code 301 affect?
03
Sep

301 Redirect/Redirection - how does the HTTP status code 301 affect?

A 301 redirection is always important when a URL has changed. We show you what matters.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Testing procedures at Hosttest
01
Sep

Testing procedures at Hosttest

Here you will find all the information about our approach in our test reports.

  • Author: Christopher
What jobs does the hosting industry offer?
18
Aug

What jobs does the hosting industry offer?

From Network Engineer to Customer Care & Support - what jobs does the hosting industry offer?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Hosting Jobs: What does a System Administrator do
18
Aug

Hosting Jobs: What does a System Administrator do

You want to learn more about the tasks of a System Administrator. We have compiled the current job profile for you.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Check MySQL Version - it's that easy
18
Aug

Check MySQL Version - it's that easy

Also, the MySQL version should not be outdated. We show you how you can view it.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Using Docker for your website - what are the benefits it offers
04
Aug

Using Docker for your website - what are the benefits it offers

Running your own website in a container with Docker. We show you what you need to consider and what Docker is.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Runtime or Framework - what is Node.js?
04
Aug

Runtime or Framework - what is Node.js?

Node.js as an alternative to JavaScript is becoming increasingly popular. We show advantages and disadvantages.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is IPv6 and what advantages does it offer?
04
Aug

What is IPv6 and what advantages does it offer?

IPv6 is supposed to be the answer to the scarcity of IPv4 addresses. What exactly changes and what are the advantages?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is ColdFusion?
16
Jul

What is ColdFusion?

We have taken a closer look at ColdFusion. We have researched for whom this is an alternative to PHP.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Web Hosting Provider of the Year Award
13
Jul

Web Hosting Provider of the Year Award

What is the Web Hosting Provider of the Year Award all about? Here you will find all the important information about our annual audience award:

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Roundcube vs. Horde vs. Squirrelmail - that's the best webmail application
09
Jun

Roundcube vs. Horde vs. Squirrelmail - that's the best webmail application

When choosing the best webmail app, it's not easy. We try to shed light on the matter.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is Squirrelmail and what are the benefits?
09
Jun

What is Squirrelmail and what are the benefits?

Squirrelmail is a way to manage your emails with many web hosting providers. We show you the pros and cons.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is Horde Webmail and what are the benefits?
09
Jun

What is Horde Webmail and what are the benefits?

We show you what Horde Webmail is and whether you should use it compared to other webmail services.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is Roundcube and what are the benefits?
09
Jun

What is Roundcube and what are the benefits?

Roundcube is a way to manage your emails with many web hosting providers. We show you the pros and cons.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Dedicated Server vs. VPS Hosting - which is better for my project?
19
May

Dedicated Server vs. VPS Hosting - which is better for my project?

When starting a project, the question often arises of which server infrastructure to use. A VPS Hosting or a Dedicated Server. We highlight the differences and advantages.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Cloud Server vs. VPS Hosting - what are the similarities and differences?
19
May

Cloud Server vs. VPS Hosting - what are the similarities and differences?

Should I use a Cloud Server or opt for the more cost-effective VPS Hosting for my next project? We highlight the advantages and disadvantages for you.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
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