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What is the difference between a 1&1 Website Server and a Root Server?


A 1&1 Website Server is managed by 1&1; a Root Server is managed by you.

A 1&1 Website Server offers the same features as a shared hosting package, the only difference is that a 1&1 Website Server package has its own exclusive server. 1&1 oversees security updates, system maintenance, initial configuration/ installation, and hardware replacement. There are no limits on memory usage, number of running processes or CPU usage, and you can set up your own local MySQL database (Please note that remote management of MySQL database for 1&1 Website Servers is not possible).

You will not have any root access to a 1&1 Managed Server. Therefore, you will not be able to install other applications of your choice or have access to error logs and system configuration files.

A Root Server is a pre-configured server granting you root user access. The root user is the main user on a Linux system with access to modify the entire system. Root Servers come pre-installed with CentOS 5 and Parallels Plesk 9.0.1 control panel software. Root Servers are recommended for technically proficient people with sufficient Linux administrator experience who are seeking the advantages of space, power and total control. Users can install applications, perform configuration, run game servers, etc.

1&1 does not undertake any administrative tasks on root servers, only physical maintenance and repair. The user is responsible for any administrative tasks such as security, backup and configuration.

Product Comparison:

Item Managed Server Root Server
Process Limit (16 parallel processes maximum for Web Hosting packages.) No Limit No Limit
CPU limit (100% of CPU for 8 seconds maximum for Web Hosting packages.) CPU limit of the package CPU limit of the package
Memory Limit (10MB maximum for Web Hosting packages.) RAM limit of the package RAM limit of the package
IP Address Own IP address (dedicated IP Address) Own IP address (dedicated IP Address) with ability to order up to 8 additional IP addresses.
Backup Daily performed by 1&1 FTP backup space included. Backups maintained by customer manually.
Defective Hardware Immediate and free replacement Immediate and free replacement
Shell Access User access Root access
Control Panel 1&1 Control Panel 1&1 Control Panel (Plesk 8 or 9 at no additional charge if needed)
Firewall Firewall settings managed by 1&1 External firewall rules fully configurable by the customer.
Configuration and servicing by certified specialists Yes No


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