A virtual private server (VPS), also referred to as Virtual Dedicated Server or VDS) is a method of splitting a server. Each virtual server can run its own full-fledged operating system, and each server can be independently rebooted.

If you've outgrown shared hosting or are looking for a way to have more control over your server, you should consider Virtual Private Server hosting.

A VPS is a single physical server that is running special software that divides it into several virtual servers.

If you're considering VPS hosting, find out how the server resources are divided, how many virtual servers are on each physcial server, whether you can upgrade your plan with minimal hassle and what your operating system choices are.

The practice of partitioning a single server so that it appears as multiple servers has long been common practice in mainframe computers, but has seen a resurgence lately with the development of virtualization software and technologies for other architectures.

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