{"id":23361,"date":"2022-07-18T09:18:05","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T01:18:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/?p=23361"},"modified":"2026-04-20T17:20:50","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T09:20:50","slug":"dedicated-server-hosting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/dedicated-server-hosting\/","title":{"rendered":"When Do We Need a Dedicated Server? Is a Dedicated Server better?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-23498 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dedicated-server-hosting.jpg?resize=696%2C364&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Dedicated server hosting\" width=\"696\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dedicated-server-hosting.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dedicated-server-hosting.jpg?resize=300%2C157&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dedicated-server-hosting.jpg?resize=1024%2C536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dedicated-server-hosting.jpg?resize=768%2C402&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dedicated-server-hosting.jpg?resize=696%2C364&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dedicated-server-hosting.jpg?resize=1068%2C559&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dedicated-server-hosting.jpg?resize=218%2C114&amp;ssl=1 218w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dedicated-server-hosting.jpg?resize=803%2C420&amp;ssl=1 803w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key takeaways:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-section-id=\"1u8yv35\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"161\"><strong data-start=\"2\" data-end=\"31\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Exclusive server control:<\/strong> Your business uses an entire server, ensuring full control, enhanced security, and stable performance without shared resources.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1r5ue43\" data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"298\"><strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"194\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Best for high-demand use:<\/strong> Ideal for high-traffic websites or complex systems that require reliable uptime and consistent speed.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"7qtaay\" data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"446\" data-is-last-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"333\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Higher cost, greater value:<\/strong> While more expensive, it supports scalability, customisation, and long-term stability for growing digital needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/servers\/dedicated-server\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dedicated server<\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a remote server which is dedicated to a single business or enterprise or entity. The resources like disk space, RAM, bandwidth etc. are exclusive to that given server only.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Dedicated hosting <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is of two types &#8211; Unmanaged hosting and <\/span>Managed hosting.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Unmanaged Dedicated Server Hosting<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unmanaged servers are useful for the websites that are configured and can be maintained on the server on their own. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the business has the staff and skillset to customize and manage the server, one can go for unmanaged servers with no requirement of technical support from the web hosting providers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Managed <\/strong><strong>Dedicated Server H<\/strong><strong>osting<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With\u00a0<\/span>managed dedicated server web hosting<b> &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">technical support for maintenance, management and customization of the server is provided by the <\/span>web hosting service provider<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One can also choose between <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/servers\/dedicated-server\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Linux Dedicated Servers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/servers\/windows-dedicated-server\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows Dedicated Servers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This decision of the two operating systems primarily depends on the nature and type of applications the websites use, the level of customization required, the cost of hosting and the ease of use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Related article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.my\/blog\/difference-linux-hosting-windows-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Difference between Linux and Windows Web Hosting<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>When do I invest in a Dedicated Server Hosting?<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>1. Large Website\/ Heavy Traffic<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Dedicated hosting<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is of utmost importance when the website in consideration is large with heavy traffic. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shared hosting will not enable storing massive amounts of data and content or handle large volumes of traffic. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often the website could run out of space when building the site. Inflow of high volumes of visitors could also result in a website crash, resulting in downtime for the site. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a decrease in performance of your website is observed, it\u2019s time to\u00a0<\/span>switch to a dedicated server.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Improve Page Speed and Uptime<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lack of resources not only prevent the website from accommodating more visitors but also reduces the downloading time. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shared servers are responsible for returning responses for multiple sites, placing the server under strain. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the website can\u2019t achieve their site speed goals even after image compressing, browser caching, deferred JavaScript and other methods, it\u2019s time to scale up to a <\/span>dedicated server hosting<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Tighter Security<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Websites that handle sensitive data may be recommended to consider a Dedicated Server. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When hosted on a shared server, there is an increased risk for cyberattacks to breach server security. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a website is hacked or attacked on the shared server, it increases the risk and vulnerability on the other websites hosted on the shared server. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span>dedicated hosting<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> service allows websites to secure their information and reduces any potential vulnerabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Customizing the server configuration<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When opting for a <\/span>dedicated server<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it includes server location and Operating System (OS). <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Server location enables to find a server close to the primary audience, which will improve loading time for them. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For OS, most users may be satisfied with a Linux server, which is the default for many hosts. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Others may want a Windows server though, and Dedicated Server allows you to choose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exabytes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a <\/span>dedicated server Singapore<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provider, serving all large enterprises and the businesses that deal with sensitive information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For more information: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/who-needs-a-dedicated-server\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">When do you need dedicated server?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>What are the benefits of opting for a Dedicated Server Hosting?<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Root Access<\/b>: Root Access is an Administrator level login for hosting servers. With root access, websites can take complete control over the server. This allows the businesses to customize their server in the best way to fulfill the business needs, including installing and uninstalling any third-party software, optimizing settings, customizing hardware, setting up firewalls, enhancing security levels, and more.<\/li>\n<li><b>Instant Setup<\/b>: Website hosting provider may include a fast and easy setup in their plans. One can start using the server within minutes of purchasing it without paying any fees to set it up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Great Performance<\/strong>: The resources run on the website or application are available with a Dedicated Server without any hinderance by sudden surge in the traffic, translating into a better performance. When a dedicated hosting plan is chosen, it also guarantees stability, security, and scalability. With the best HVAC architecture, top-of-the-line hardware and cutting-edge networking switch you can be sure of an uptime of 99.9% of the times.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enhanced Security: <\/strong>Dedicated Servers comes with enhanced security as compared to shared hosting. The server space is not shared with any other website, and there is no room for fears of being affected by other websites on the server. This is especially critical when dealing with sensitive information. These servers have strong and secure mechanisms that are equipped to handle all kinds of cyberattacks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One common question on disk storage \u2013 \u2018<\/span><b>In dedicated hosting, can I increase my disk storage?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The answer is &#8211; Yes, you can increase the disk storage as required. It is just a matter of putting in additional hard drives in the server.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"root-block-node\" data-changed=\"false\" data-paragraphid=\"3\"><strong>Which is better? Is a Dedicated Server better than Cloud Hosting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While cloud hosting plans offer scalable server resource allocation based on hardware virtualization, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/servers\/dedicated-server\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dedicated server hosting <\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plans include a fixed allocation of isolated RAM, CPU, and SSD\/HDD storage that can provide better performance and increased security for online business applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Total Control<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>By choosing dedicated server hosting, businesses gain full root access to the server. This unrestricted authorization allows them to configure the server effortlessly to suit their specific needs.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Reliability<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>A dedicated server caters solely to a specific business. Companies can allocate server bandwidth and processing power as per their need to optimize website performance and ensure 99.95% network uptime.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Round-the-clock Support<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Every business wishes to protect its website from glitches. A dedicated server Singapore hosting comes with the added advantage of 24\/7 customer assistance, which ensures that technical issues are resolved quickly for uninterrupted access and optimal performance.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Server Maintenance and Monitoring<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Opting for a managed dedicated hosting keeps you away from the hassle of server maintenance and administration.<\/p>\n<p>A team of engineers is available to monitor, handle and configure the dedicated server, making it a cost-effective mode of accessing beneficial server resources.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Scalability<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Enterprises are constantly evolving and growing. As such, infrastructure that meets a business\u2019s needs today may become irrelevant over time.<\/p>\n<p>Most dedicated hosting providers can help companies scale up quickly beyond their existing infrastructure with minimum downtime.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Value for Money<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>As a business, balancing quality and cost savings is often a difficult undertaking. While opting for shared web hosting might seem to be cost-effective, enterprises may end up paying a high price for such a solution in the form of poor user experience of their website which would result in poor visitor traffic on the website and reduced sales.<\/p>\n<p>A dedicated server hosting\u00a0offers total control and flexibility to an enterprise for a hassle-free website management making it a value for money.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>In Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In simple terms, dedicated server hosting gives your business full control over a server, which means better performance, stronger security, and more reliable website operations. It\u2019s best suited for growing or high-traffic websites that need consistent resources. While it costs more than shared hosting, it delivers greater flexibility, scalability, and long-term value for businesses that prioritise speed, stability, and control.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exabytes Singapore<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the best <\/span>cheap dedicated server<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> providers with a wide range of dedicated server hosting options starting as low as S$286.52\/mo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Connect with our team now to learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/servers\/dedicated-server\">dedicated server Singapore packages<\/a> and managed dedicated server web hosting.<\/p>\n<p>Related articles:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/tips-on-choosing-a-dedicated-server-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4 Tips to\u00a0To Select A Dedicated Server Hosting<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/server-colocation-vs-dedicated-server-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Server Colocation vs Dedicated Server Hosting<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key takeaways: Exclusive server control: Your business uses an entire server, ensuring full control, enhanced security, and stable performance without shared resources. 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