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| intended for personal websites, although some | | | | can be responsible for everything remotely. |
| small businesses find them sufficient as well. | | | | Whatever you decide, make sure you choose |
| You may be tempted to go with a shared hosting | | | | hosting from a company that takes good care of |
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| out with your business, and don't plan to expand | | | | A regular dedicated server is an expensive option |
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| limited. | | | | for you. |
| Virtual dedicated servers are an ideal option for | | | | Most people consider GoDaddy to be the best |
| small business web hosting. With these, you will | | | | hosting provider, as it offers flexible plans at an |
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| hardware that is located at the hosting company's | | | | range from $3.79 to $14.99, depending on which |
| store or facility, and can access everything | | | | plan you choose. |