Is there such a thing as a "good" host?

[ram]

Is there such a thing as a "good" host? That stays good?

it seems like every host that was a good host, at one point, eventually went bad.

People I talk to tell me that i should probably expect to go through 2-3 bad hosts before finding one that actually works properly. Is this true?

Are there any webhosts out there that have good service and most importantly for me, reliability? webhosts that have been good for years, not months, and so will probably remain to be good?

[eHostSpace]

People I talk to tell me that i should probably expect to go through 2-3 bad hosts before finding one that actually works properly. Is this true?

This is not the absolute truth. Some people can find good host on their first attempt. The claim that hosts turn bad and doesnt remain good is not the truth either. This applies to some host, not every host.

Are there any webhosts out there that have good service and most importantly for me, reliability? webhosts that have been good for years, not months, and so will probably remain to be good?

There are a couple of companies you might be interested in, namely HarborNetworks, NorthWind, and if you do not mind my company, eHostSpace.

[ProWebUK]

ehostspace is correct, it depends who your first few hosts are, if you dive in looking for the cheapest webhost you can find and are not really interested in the actual service its possible they the compnay will get worse or you could even have a bad experience from the start.

you ask if webhosting compnaies usually go downhill over time, to answer that, i think it most definetely not true.

we started out around 6 months ago and have built up a very good reputation, as of yet we have not one dissapointed customer and we are doing everything we can to keep our reputation up. We have just upgraded all of our servers with some new software for all clients. Also we will soon be growing even bigger internally, whilst we look for new support staff to provide better support and a better general service.

can i add our name to the list aswell ProWebUK.com

Best regards
Chris

[northwind]

Overall, it all depends on what you are specifically looking for. There may be hosting companies who specifically deals with what you are looking for and they may be the host for you.

It all narrow's down to, how much homework the end user has done. =)

[ITGEEK]

Originally posted by ram@May 23 2003, 06:32 AM
Is there such a thing as a "good" host? That stays good?

Most definetly! Host typically don't go bad. More than likely they were never truly "good" host but had a couple of good experiences.

it seems like every host that was a good host, at one point, eventually went bad.

No, this is not true at all... Perhaps the "hosts" that are being used aren't professional host. There are so many kids out there that are fly by night types. Not to put anyone down at all but we have been in business for years and we worked very hard and long hours to provide the service and support that our customers deserve. This is not a hobby to all... just a few limited "hosts".

People I talk to tell me that i should probably expect to go through 2-3 bad hosts before finding one that actually works properly. Is this true?

Those ones probably aren't in business for more than 6 months. Just look for more reputable companies that have been around for more than a few months.

Are there any webhosts out there that have good service and most importantly for me, reliability? webhosts that have been good for years, not months, and so will probably remain to be good?

PWH is a sister company of a computer retail store / small business network consultation. We are members of the BBB, Chamber of Commerce as well as the CompTIA channel. Not to say that everyone out there has to be members of these agencies but it helps to know. There are many other references on the web to verify who's who. Even if it is by simply looking and asking around for others opinions of businesses.

Word of mouth is/has been the best way to rate a company.

[Jimbob]

Most hosting dont go 'bad' its usaly that your needs grow. Try to go with a host that has been arround for 1+ years and that gives you more than you think you will need, recources to grow always comes in handy.

[monuis]

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[ezbnc]

There are plenty of bad ones just like good ones it matters for you so it is your choice.