How come you limit plans to one domain?
One of the primary goals of Windows based web hosting is to preserve
long-run performance and stability on our web servers. Windows servers,
by virtue of ASP.NET and the .NET framework and server-side scripting,
make intensive use of what is called on-server processing. Therefore it
is critical for long-term performance of these web servers that they not
be overloaded. By limiting the number of domains that can be added on
one plan, we can control the number of domains being placed on one web
server over time, which goes a long way to controlling server loads. It
may cost a little more compared to dirt-cheap hosts, but still
represents a great value in Windows based web hosting and, importantly,
customers appreciate their web sites performing as well a year from now
as they do today. The choice is yours.
Why hasn't BottomLine moved to Windows 2008/IIS 7 (released Feb. 08)
for new hosting plans? There is more to web hosting hosting than Windows/IIS. For hosts, we
use numerous 3rd party applications for database, email and hosting
automation, and scripting engines, all of which must be fully compliant
with the OS and the web server (IIS), before upgrading. Customer web
service applications also need to be compliant. This keeps problems to a
minimum and reliablity at it's highest. We anticipate a 6 to 12 month
period of time for formal adoption of the new operating system and IIS 7
now that it is in final release, as our various vendors certify full
compliance with the new operating system and IIS 7.
How does remaining on Windows 2003/IIS6 for now affect me?
The implications of remaining on these versions are to the host, not the
hoster. Windows 2003/IIS6 supports the latest technologies such as .NET
framework 3.5, AJAX and the latest MS development tools, for our
customers. During the adoption period mentioned above. Microsoft itself
is insuring a smooth, orderly, transition to the new operating system.
Generally they assume an adoption period of 12 months in the market for
release of new major versions on their technology.
Who should host with BottomLine?
Those that have at least basic exposure to web hosting concepts, and use
of control panel automation to manage their domains. For those that are
brand new to web hosting they are encouraged to use our service if you
are willing and motivated to learn the ropes. Those that place tickets
saying "here this is broken, fix it" will find they do not get good
response from our company.
For those of you that do not know what you are doing, and want an
outsourced IT department at your disposal, we say pay more like you
should to get that kind of support. Which won't be in the affordable
hosting market.
ASP.NET web hosting at BottomLine web hosting offers
affordable ASP.NET hosting plans. ASP.NET is technology, not a scripting
language, and greatly improves on classic .asp models. ASP.NET web
hosting by Microsoft greatly speeds up development time, reducing costs
of development. All BottomLine web hosting plans support ASP.NET and we
are proud to offer ASP.NET web hosting to our customers. We are your
affordable ASP.NET web hosting company. The Low Cost ASP.NET hosting
place!
