What is web hosting
| Web hosting, or more correctly web site hosting, is the storage of the files that make up your web site on a web server such that other users connected to the internet can view your web site in their web browser. Web sites are typically made up of files containing html, images and/or sound. In order for other internet users to view your web site, the files must located on a computer that is connected to the internet and runs some software, called a web server, that delivers your files to internet users who visitor your web site. Web hosting companies provide a service where you can store your files on their computer and server these files to internet users. A web host provides you with the space, tools and support to create your web pages and email accounts. | |
| What is web hosting can be found in the following categories: Getting Started with web hosting |