Hosting Recommendation

admin35 · #1 (**permalink**) 09-12-2003, 01:16 AM

I know this may not be the appropriate place to enter this question, but I did a search on hosting and found your posting. Can you recommend a good host for me? Currently, I use iPowerWeb, which is ok, but doesn't support ASP. I need SQL, PHP, ASP, FrontPage (not mandatory, but helpful) and e-commerce.

Thanks,
Candy

Ron · #2 (**permalink**) 09-12-2003, 01:02 PM

This is in reply to admin35.

Like you, I was in need of a host that handled ASP, PHP, MySql, etc. and after searching diligently, I found one.

http://www.besthost1.com

The owner's name is Dan and I've now been with him since 1998, so his track record is lengthy. I have no affiliation with him aside from being a truly satisfied client. If you decide to go with them, tell'em 'knightyme-productions' sent you and he'll treat you like a family member (I've sent him enough business, he better) ; )

Good luck!

jvn · #3 (**permalink**) 09-12-2003, 02:19 PM

Candy, you might also review Eric's site www.tekadvantage.com if you want the option of multiple accounts. Excellent service with open & honest responses to any questions. (Joyful Ventures - very happy client, hosting several accounts myself.)

admin35 · #4 (**permalink**) 09-13-2003, 04:54 PM

Thanks for your responses. I looked at both sites and both are appealing. I really like the extra features that tekAdvantage had, like b2, search engine submission, forums and message boards, etc. However, it didn't show if they support Dreamweaver and Flash, which are apps that I plan on working with in the near future. Best Host 1 supports them, but they don't have the extra features. I'll keep looking and if I don't find one with all, I'll have to decide what I need and want the most.

Thanks again!

Candy

ambassador · #5 (**permalink**) 09-13-2003, 07:00 PM

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Sep 13, 2003

One host that I have examined for slightly over a month now is "ipowerweb." Their price/transfer bandwidth/web space combination is good but I have encountered and reported many problems associated with their new "vdeck" system.

I would appreciate your counsel when you have decided upon an alternative to "ipowerweb."

Ambassador
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flood6 · #6 (**permalink**) 09-13-2003, 09:56 PM

I use and recommend www.dreamhost.com to all my clients. Unlimited mySQL databases, unlimited free sub domains, and yes, they support flash and dreamweaver. My experience with their customer service has been great. Their packages start at $9.95/month.

jvn · #7 (**permalink**) 09-14-2003, 02:44 AM

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Originally Posted by admin35

Thanks for your responses. I looked at both sites and both are appealing. I really like the extra features that tekAdvantage had, like b2, search engine submission, forums and message boards, etc. However, it didn't show if they support Dreamweaver and Flash, which are apps that I plan on working with in the near future. Best Host 1 supports them, but they don't have the extra features. I'll keep looking and if I don't find one with all, I'll have to decide what I need and want the most.

Thanks again!

Candy

Yes ~ Both Flash & Dreamweaver are supported.

note: If you can start out with a smaller account than the tekAdvantage minimum, let me know. I have extra space available for small biz, hobby, etc - Start smaller & move up when you're ready. send me a PM for details.

msupplier · #8 (**permalink**) 10-29-2003, 10:55 PM

We have used www.addr.com they are great, no down time and real good service. They have a great control panel,and tech support is great.

Good Luck

christoefar · #9 (**permalink**) 11-02-2003, 08:23 PM

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kjohnson5576 · #10 (**permalink**) 11-04-2003, 11:47 AM

I use ipowerweb. I couldn't beat the price and bandwidth. I don't know how all hosts work, but I was previously with Avid Hosting and with maybe 5000 people entering my store a month, I was chewing up my 3 gigs of bandwidth fast, and had to purchase more. I started searching for a host and ipowerweb's 30 gig bandwidth for $7.95/month sold me. The funny thing is...I now get 10,000 visitors a month but I never even use one gig. Tells me something was wrong at my previous host.

Ipowerweb has been easy to work with. Their tech support is average, not great. I seem to have a lot of people trying to hack into my email all the time. I wish I could control this aspect better and get a little better advice from Ipower. Overall, I can't really complain.

Jurgen · #11 (**permalink**) 11-09-2003, 04:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by admin35

I know this may not be the appropriate place to enter this question, but I did a search on hosting and found your posting. Can you recommend a good host for me? Currently, I use iPowerWeb, which is ok, but doesn't support ASP. I need SQL, PHP, ASP, FrontPage (not mandatory, but helpful) and e-commerce.

Thanks,
Candy

I use ipowerweb and there is no problem whatsoever. The support everything what you are asking for (SQL, PHP, ASP, Frontpage.....) ???? Even a free, and good shopping cart. Hmmmm, maybe you should read their help section.

Jurgen
www.absolutelyfabulousflowers.com

Jurgen · #12 (**permalink**) 11-09-2003, 04:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by admin35

Thanks for your responses. I looked at both sites and both are appealing. I really like the extra features that tekAdvantage had, like b2, search engine submission, forums and message boards, etc. However, it didn't show if they support Dreamweaver and Flash, which are apps that I plan on working with in the near future. Best Host 1 supports them, but they don't have the extra features. I'll keep looking and if I don't find one with all, I'll have to decide what I need and want the most.

Thanks again!

Candy

In addition to my previous respons.....
ipowerweb has search engine submission, forums and message boards, and does support Dreamweaver and flash.
Don't get me wrong.... I am not getting paid for it, but I do like their service... :-)

Jurgen
www.absolutelyfabulousflowers.com

obuwebco · #13 (**permalink**) 04-08-2004, 01:58 PM

I personally have used ipowerwed for 3 years. I have had very little problems with them. The tech support is average, but the overall value for the money is unbeatable.

Once in a great while the servers do go down, but never more than 3-5 minutes. I asked about this and it was attributed to the transfer from cpanel to vdeck. Overall they get a A- from me.

asimegusta · #14 (**permalink**) 04-17-2004, 11:03 AM

I just completed transfer of 2 domains to ipowerweb hosting where I have a 3rd domain for almost a year with no problems to speak of and a very user friendly cpanel / vdeck.
The 2 domains have been moved from a competitor because of it's poor cpanel, took forever to load, poor tech support, mostly students it appears, major problems (shut my web down with no notice for two uncommunicative weeks until I threatened to report them), general incompetitence and big price tag.
In the same period I've had 100% up time with ipowerweb and no problems with them.
Interestingly enough, the old hosting is sorry to see me go and continues to send me daily renewal notices and thank you notes weeks after the transfer to other IPweb... just can't take no for an answer.

cyanide · #15 (**permalink**) 04-18-2004, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by asimegusta

The 2 domains have been moved from a competitor because of it's poor cpanel, took forever to load, poor tech support, mostly students it appears, major problems (shut my web down with no notice for two uncommunicative weeks until I threatened to report them), general incompetitence and big price tag.

They probably couldn't afford anything more than a Celeron machine. That would explain the slow loading - slow machine.
In contrast, we're in the process of migrating to Dual Xeon 2.8GhZ machines, and a noticeable jump in cpanel performance.

obaron · #16 (**permalink**) 05-18-2004, 08:35 PM

you should look into webhost4life.com they have everything you are looking for and more.

I've been using them for 2 years now and found no problems for ASP, PHP, MSSQL, MySQL and Access.

Cheers :)