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What is a Service Level Agreement (SLA)?
28
Apr

What is a Service Level Agreement (SLA)?

Service Level Agreements are part of the contract with many web hosting providers. We clarify and show you what to look out for.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
WHMCS Plugin for Web Hosting Providers - all advantages, disadvantages & alternatives for web hosting and domain resellers
28
Apr

WHMCS Plugin for Web Hosting Providers - all advantages, disadvantages & alternatives for web hosting and domain resellers

We have reviewed WHMCS, the popular plugin for web hosting providers and domain resellers, and clarify the advantages and disadvantages for you.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
GraphQL vs. REST API - what are the advantages
09
Apr

GraphQL vs. REST API - what are the advantages

When starting a web project, one is often faced with the question of the right API. We have examined the advantages and disadvantages of GraphQL and REST.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
PHP 8 Benefits and Changes
09
Apr

PHP 8 Benefits and Changes

We show you all the benefits of PHP 8 and what you need to consider when updating.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Angular vs. React vs. vue.js - what is the best framework for Javascript?
09
Apr

Angular vs. React vs. vue.js - what is the best framework for Javascript?

Angular vs. React vs. vue.js - We show you what the best framework for Javascript is for your next project.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Angular - the framework for JavaScript and what are the benefits
09
Apr

Angular - the framework for JavaScript and what are the benefits

We show you when you should opt for the Angular framework in web projects and what the benefits are.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is vue.js and what are its benefits
09
Apr

What is vue.js and what are its benefits

We show you where the use of the JavaScript tool vue.js has its advantages.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is React and what are the benefits
09
Apr

What is React and what are the benefits

We explain what React is and how you can use it in your web projects.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
GAIA-X: The major European digital project
08
Apr

GAIA-X: The major European digital project

Currently, almost all operations in the field of digitalization, such as software development, digital infrastructures, web services, or internet standards, are under the control of the USA. Europe has not been able to establish itself in this market so far, but with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), it has made its first step towards shaping the internet. Now, GAIA-X is another project following.

  • Author: Flixhost
Our Availability Test for Providers
31
Mar

Our Availability Test for Providers

Our Availability Test for Providers explained.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What are Load Balancers and how do they work?
24
Mar

What are Load Balancers and how do they work?

Load Balancers help you distribute a huge load of requests. We show you how this works in practice.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What are DDoS attacks and how can they be defended against?
24
Mar

What are DDoS attacks and how can they be defended against?

DDoS attacks have been common for years. We show you how to successfully defend against attacks and how you can protect yourself in the future.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Major fire in OVH data center causes data loss
16
Mar

Major fire in OVH data center causes data loss

A major fire in a data center of the French telecommunications and internet service provider OVH SAS has led to the irretrievable loss of huge amounts of data stored in the cloud.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
CloudFest 2021 - Secure your free tickets for the online event now
06
Mar

CloudFest 2021 - Secure your free tickets for the online event now

It's that time again - the entire industry is coming together for CloudFest 2021. And you can be there too: Get your free tickets for the online event here!

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
http Error 522 - Connection timed out - how to fix the error
03
Mar

http Error 522 - Connection timed out - how to fix the error

The error http Error 522 - Connection timed out - how to fix the error.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Error 401 - how to fix the HTTP Error Unauthorized?
03
Mar

Error 401 - how to fix the HTTP Error Unauthorized?

We show you how to easily fix the Error 401 unauthorized.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is an HTTP Request? Simply explained
03
Mar

What is an HTTP Request? Simply explained

We simply explain what an HTTP Request is.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
HTTP Error 405: What's behind it and how to fix it?
19
Feb

HTTP Error 405: What's behind it and how to fix it?

The error code HTTP Error 405: We show you what's behind it and how to fix it.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
HTTP Error 403: Forbidden - what is the solution?
19
Feb

HTTP Error 403: Forbidden - what is the solution?

HTTP Error 403: Forbidden - this is how you can solve the error.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
HTTP Error 400: Where are the causes and the solution?
19
Feb

HTTP Error 400: Where are the causes and the solution?

HTTP Error 400: We show you how you can fix the error.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
HTTP 408 Error: Request Timeout - where does it come from and what solution is available?
19
Feb

HTTP 408 Error: Request Timeout - where does it come from and what solution is available?

HTTP 408 Error: Request Timeout - where does it come from and what solution is available?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What does the web hosting market look like in 2025?
04
Dec

What does the web hosting market look like in 2025?

We spoke with two hosting experts about the last 10 years of web hosting and how the market will change in the next few years.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Expeero widgets
03
Nov

Expeero widgets

Expeero widgets

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is the cache and how does it affect server performance?
29
Oct

What is the cache and how does it affect server performance?

The cache helps with the speed of websites and stores them. We show you how the cache works exactly.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is HTTP/3 and when will the standard be released?
29
Oct

What is HTTP/3 and when will the standard be released?

HTTP/2 has now become a standard. But when will HTTP/3 be released and what does the new standard bring?

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is MySQLi and what are the differences to MySQL?
29
Oct

What is MySQLi and what are the differences to MySQL?

What is MySQLi all about and how and when should one switch. We try to explain advantages and disadvantages.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What are Redis databases and what are the benefits?
29
Oct

What are Redis databases and what are the benefits?

We inform you about the Redis database system and its specific advantages.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is InnoDB and what are the differences compared to other engines?
29
Oct

What is InnoDB and what are the differences compared to other engines?

We explain to you what the advantages of InnoDB are compared to other database systems.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is the version control Git?
28
Oct

What is the version control Git?

We explain what Git is and with which service you can perform secure version control.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is InfluxDB and what are the benefits
28
Oct

What is InfluxDB and what are the benefits

We explain what InfluxDB is and what the benefits of the database are.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Winner Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2020
21
Oct

Winner Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2020

The winners of the Web Hosting Provider of the Year 2020 of our annual audience award have been determined. Over 13,000 votes were cast, selecting the best hosting service providers on hosttest.de

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
New domain extensions for hobbies and sports - what are they?
25
Sep

New domain extensions for hobbies and sports - what are they?

We show you the new domain extensions in the Hobby & Sport sector

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
The Domain Transfer: What to Consider?
25
Sep

The Domain Transfer: What to Consider?

Transferring a domain to a new provider can be challenging. We show you what you need to think about.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is the AUTH or transfer code for a domain?
25
Sep

What is the AUTH or transfer code for a domain?

We explain what the Auth Code is and what it is needed for when transferring a domain.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is FTP? The protocol & important commands
25
Sep

What is FTP? The protocol & important commands

We explain what the FTP protocol is and show you important programs.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
The 5 Best FTP Programs Overview
25
Sep

The 5 Best FTP Programs Overview

We show you the 5 best FTP programs overview. Everything about transferring your content to your server.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is a DNS entry and what types are there?
25
Sep

What is a DNS entry and what types are there?

We explain what a DNS entry is and which records you must pay attention to.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is an SPF record and how does it help against spam
16
Sep

What is an SPF record and how does it help against spam

What is an SPF record and how does it help against spam. We explain the simple and effective method to limit spam.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is a CNAME record? We show examples & explain
16
Sep

What is a CNAME record? We show examples & explain

The CNAME record simply explained. This is how you easily change it and add a new one.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is a DMARC record and how does it help combat spam?
16
Sep

What is a DMARC record and how does it help combat spam?

The DMARC record explained with examples and explanations. The solution to avoid ending up in the spam filter.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is a TXT Record Entry? Examples & Explanation
16
Sep

What is a TXT Record Entry? Examples & Explanation

We explain what a TXT Record Entry is with examples & explanation.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
New generic top-level domains - which domain extensions are worth it?
04
Sep

New generic top-level domains - which domain extensions are worth it?

New generic top-level domains. We take a look at the TOP new generic top-level domains of recent years and which domain extensions are worth it.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
CalDAV: Network protocol for comparing and synchronizing calendar data
24
Aug

CalDAV: Network protocol for comparing and synchronizing calendar data

Introducing: CalDAV - Network protocol for comparing and synchronizing calendar data.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
The optimal out-of-office message - Content, Templates and Examples
24
Aug

The optimal out-of-office message - Content, Templates and Examples

The optimal out-of-office message. We show you Content, Templates and Examples.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
The MX Record - Resolution of Domains for Email
24
Aug

The MX Record - Resolution of Domains for Email

What does the MX Record do? Resolution of Domains for Email. We provide examples and clarify.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is the A-Record entry of a domain in the nameserver
24
Aug

What is the A-Record entry of a domain in the nameserver

What is the A-Record entry of a domain in the nameserver? We explain it to you.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
What is StartTLS and how does it affect encryption?
24
Aug

What is StartTLS and how does it affect encryption?

What is StartTLS and how does it affect encryption? We are trying to get to the bottom of this.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Report: Green Web Hosting in Germany
11
Aug

Report: Green Web Hosting in Germany

In this report, we explain what Green Web Hosting is and which providers are represented in the market.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Bootstrap Framework - How does it work and what is its purpose?
26
Mar

Bootstrap Framework - How does it work and what is its purpose?

Bootstrap Framework - How to use the framework for your next website.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
Zend Framework - How does the tool for PHP programming work?
26
Mar

Zend Framework - How does the tool for PHP programming work?

The Zend Framework - we show you the advantages and disadvantages of the PHP framework.

  • Author: HOSTTEST Editorial
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