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1and1 VPS hosting has a reputation for some of the lowest prices going on 1&1 VPS Hosting for both Linux and Windows clients. It's also one of the largest web hosting companies around - one post stated that they have over 7 million customers and maintain 55,000 servers. In other words, customers looking for a VPS hosting company with solid infrastructure and financial stability need look no further.
1&1 VPS Hosting offers a number of plans for clients with different needs. The VPS3, their top configuration available, has 512 MB ram, 50 GB space and 2000 GB of monthly data transfer. Others plans offer less, for substantially less money. 1and1 offers self-managed sites, which is perfect for most, but not all, users looking for a dedicated VPS to operate independently.
1and1 VPS hosting, like all their hosting packages, comes in all-inclusive plans with no hidden charges. Their VPS packages are comprehensive and destined to meet all of your needs. If for some reason you're not satisfied, 1&1 web hosting offers an industry leading 90-day money back guarantee.
With over a decade of experience in this fledgling, growing industry, customers have no worries about the stability and security of their long-term plans and data with 1and1 Hosting.
Unique Benefits
- 90-day money back guarantee
- Premium Software Suite
- SSL included with select packages
- Unlimited MySQL databases
- 24/7 phone and email support
- Dedicated IP address
Key Features
- Fedora Core 4 Linux operating system
- Up to 2000 E-mail Accounts
- Unlimited subdomains
- DNS management
- Up to 50 GB disk space & 2000 GB monthly traffic
- Plesk & Virtuozzo control panels
- Linux Operating System: CentOS 5
- 1&1 Webmail - 2 GB web-based email with spam filter
- Root access
Editors' Comments
1&1 VPS Hosting is a clear leader in the web hosting industry. From their origins and domination in the European and UK shared hosting industry, 1&1 has successfully launched into all international markets with an excellent offering. The Virtual Private Server (VPS) offers the speed and flexibility of a dedicated server at just over shared hosting prices.
The 1and1 VPS Hosting packages offered by 1&1 VPS Hosting support most requirements of a person or organization looking for more than just shared hosting but does not really have the need for a fully dedicated server. VPS is the solution for you, with full access and root control allows you the flexibility to upload your applications, data storage or do just about anything with your space allotment in the VPS.
Uptime Guarantee
1&1 VPS Hosting upholds a 99.99% uptime guarantee
Basics - What you need to know
DataCenter
The 1&1 datacenter in Kansas City is 55,000 square feet and has 5 server rooms. There you'll get a 100 Mbps connection through Cisco routers to a 20 GB external connection offering redundant capacity that can run thousands of terabytes of traffic each month with no "logjams."
Power Management
For added support, 1and1 VPS Hosting has gel battery power banks, 16-cylinder backup diesel generators and miles of UV resistant and halogen free cables ensure continuous power. Two redundant no-break power supplies and a switching station on the roof guarantee that, in the event of power failure, there will be no interruption of service.
Physical Security
Built with walls of reinforced steel, the 1&1 VPS Hosting datacenter is designed for your business's ultimate protection. 1and1 has over 150 video surveillance cameras that record everything. The data center's only entrance is secured by a security airlock that only 1 person can pass through at a time. Once inside, the building's various areas are secured by a number of redundant security measures, including safety locks.
The safety of the facility and its contents is further ensured by custom-designed argon-based fire suppression systems. The environment is kept at the optimal temperature and humidity with the aid of 8 5,600 KW cooling systems with cooling water sets, open air coolers and recooling units along with bespoke heat exchangers.
Server Access by Customer
Physical Access: No physical access to the server
Root Access: User gets root access
Service Offerings
General Managed Services - Bundles
1&1 VPS Hosting clients enjoy a full and expansive feature set, including 2 GB of web-based email, unlimited MySQL databases and the functionality and versatility of the Plesk control panel with a license for as many as 30 domains. Users also get the Virtuozzo web-based Power Panel and a Premium Software Suite chock full of useful 3rd party programs including the full versions of Adobe Photoshop Elements, Adobe GoLive, Ulead GIF Animator, Hello Engines!, Ranking Toolbox, and WISE.FTP, among many others.
Optional features available for add-on include additional domains, an antivirus, Symantec Security Software, and Exchange Accounts.
Security and Updates
Redundancy is built into every aspect of 1&1's operation, including multiple hard drives, and dual router systems, giving your data the best protection available. Internet specialists monitor all hardware and software 24/7.
Firewall
All servers come pre-bundled with select firewall solutions.
Backup Services
Data backups are included free with all VPS plans.
Vendor Comments
Quote from Joshua Sloan, Director of Online Marketing, 1&1 Internet Inc.: "1and1 VPS hosting meet the gap between high-end shared hosting and dedicated servers. VPS combines the bargain pricing of shared hosting with the flexibility and power of a dedicated server."
Customer Profiles
- Virtual Private Server (need more than shared hosting)
- Applications
- Data Storage
- Application Service Providers
- Gaming
Customer Testimonials
"1and1 VPS hosting is a superior hosting company. Their packages offer great features for prices that knock out the competition. I have worked with them for years and have been very happy with the quality of their hosting services they offer as well as their technical support