If you run a slightly larger website, you need as much performance as possible. The following article explains why a managed server can be a very good idea and what exactly it is about.
What is a Managed Server?
A managed server is a normal server, but it is maintained by the hosting company and not by you. With a normal root server, you have to take care of everything yourself, i.e. make the settings, install server modules, perform updates, etc. This is not only a lot of work, but you also need good expertise in order not to cause security gaps or other problems. On the other hand, all care and support work for the managed server is taken over by the $1 hosting, so you don't have to worry about it.
However, you can enjoy all the advantages of a server:
Of course, the most important thing is the high performance that such a server brings with it. Even large websites with a lot of visitors run smoothly. This is partly because you do not have to share the system resources with anyone and, for example, you can access the RAM all by yourself. There is also great flexibility and many possibilities with the managed server. Maybe not as many as if you were taking care of the server yourself, but still a lot. The service is also even better with $1 hosting if you have a managed server there.
How much does a managed Server cost?
This great combination is paid for, in the truest sense of the word, with the price. While a root server costs from 1- 10 dollars per month, many managed server offers start at just under $1 hosting per month.
This is simply because the hoster of course requires a lot of work for the maintenance and support of the managed servers, at least more than with the root servers. With stronger managed servers, 20 or more dollars per month can also be incurred, but of course, root servers with higher performance would also be more expensive.
Is it worth it?
Managed Server - What is it and whether it is worth it many setting options and, for example, detailed performance information on my managed server.
There are several reasons for this. For example, many website operators do not have the know-how to maintain a root server themselves. To do this, you need to have deeper Linux knowledge and know what is important. Furthermore, it is also a question of time. If you have large websites (only then a managed server is worthwhile), then you can rather do something else that brings in money in the time that you would perhaps take care of the server. In addition, e.g. you have to react immediately in the event of security gaps and install the appropriate patches. And if the server crashes, you also have to react immediately. You don't want that and often you can't (at night or on weekends).