Managed web hosting 'overcomes dedicated server weakness'

Managed web hosting overcomes some of the weaknesses inherent in dedicated servers, it is claimed.

A commentator writing for the Web Hosting Solution Blog asserts that there has been an increase in demand for managed web hosting deals.

Many consumers want greater levels of service than are provided by dedicated web hosting services, such as a provider monitoring security and managing databases, the commentator continues.

Furthermore, there is more scope for growth with a managed web hosting provider, the blog states.

"The websites' functionality and expansion options are tremendous since using a managed server improves flexibility," they add.

Earlier this year, information provider Web Hosting Reviews acknowledged that many firms are keen to keep their services in-house.

However, a spokesperson suggested that this can sometimes become both costly and risky, meaning a high number of firms will be better off outsourcing to a managed server.