A VPS, or Virtual Private Server, is a private server that allows you to host a full virtual operating system, like Windows or Linux, just like a physical PC. One of the many benefits that a VPS gives the user is a greater level of control, meaning that you can tweak and customise things much more than if you were using a traditional server. You can also run multiple VPSs on a single computer, with each one using its own operating system and software.
Because of the greater level of customisation a VPS gives you, the range of different uses these servers have is much wider. Below are five of the best uses for your VPS server in 2015.
1) Use your VPS as a game server
Gaming on a PC has always been popular, but recent years have seen this become an even more sought after option. One of the most popular PC games in recent years is Minecraft, and more and more people are now using VPSs to build their own affordable Minecraft server.
2) Use your VPS as a secure data backup solution
It is most business owners’ worst nightmare to lose important files and data from their website. One way you can reduce the risk of losing any files is to back them up to a VPS, meaning if the worst does happen, you will still have a separate copy of all important data and files from your website.
3) Use your VPS to offer added security to your customers
When internet users are choosing which websites to visit, security is always at the forefront of their minds. Virtual Private Servers offer an added level of security, by allowing you to encrypt the files stored on them, reducing the risk of hacking or identity theft.
4) Use your VPS to run a Magento e-commerce platform
When it comes to setting up an e-commerce solution, nothing can match the power, functionality and scalability offered by Magento. As your business grows, your e-commerce platform will grow with you, and hosting this on a VPS ensures your store will always remain stable, providing a quick, high quality browsing experience for all of your customers.
5) Use your VPS to handle sudden spikes in traffic
While certain websites will experience a constant, steady stream of traffic, others will see more sporadic dips and troughs in the number of visitors they receive – a good example of this would be news sites, or sites with content which has gone viral. In these situations, if your website suddenly receives a spike in traffic, the last thing you want is for your site to crash. VPS hosting offers a solution to this issue, by providing you with the bandwidth and control you need to ensure your site stays online.
If you’re thinking about making the switch to VPS hosting, get in touch with our team to see how we can help.
