SOLUTRIX.COM - Virtual Private Servers

Server Virtualization is one of the most exciting developments on the IT landscape. For businesses that require the flexibility of a dedicated server, but have strict budgetary requirements, there is the Virtual Private Server (VPS). Virtual Private Servers use virtualization technology to run your server in a "virtual" environment in co-existence with other virtual instances. The result is the full functionality and privacy of a dedicated server, but at a sharply reduced cost.

HOW SERVER VIRTUALIZATION WORKS

Normally a server runs a single operating system on a single piece of hardware. The operating system takes over all resources on this server, including memory, CPU and disks.

With virtualization, the ability to run multiple totally independent copies of an operating system is gained. To the end user, the difference is imperceptible. Click the links to the right if you would like to learn more.

Diagram: Traditional Dedicated Server Model vs Virtual Private Server Model

ADVANTAGES

It is not uncommon to have a server with a powerful CPU, yet 90% of the time that CPU is just sitting idle. By combining multiple virtual servers on a single hardware platform, all system resources are much more efficiently utilized.

Customers can request system snapshots to be taken of their VPS before major changes are made; if something goes wrong, the customer can quickly restore the server back to the state of the last snapshot. This feature is great for developers or for servers that are critical and require major changes or software upgrades.

A VPS drives down costs and provides extreme flexibility to the customer. For example, adding more memory, disks or VPS instances can be done in minutes, in most cases. This allows you to be highly agile and meet business demands more easily.

MANAGED VPS

A Managed VPS is a great way to get the Managed Dedicated Server experience, at a fraction of the cost. We will handle monitoring, application of security updates and other mundane administrative tasks, while you focus on what really matters - running your business.