GoDaddy MySQL and MSSQL Database Backup

What is the important part of your website ? I think it is a website data. If you are using one of website applications (like image gallery, CMS, blog, discussion board etc.) probably most of the information will be stored in the database. Without this information these applications aren't worth a lot.

What can occur to my database information ?

• Database server crash. I know, web host must take care of it, but ...


• Damage by hackers.


• Application error.


• "I didn't" factor.

If your information is valuable for you, it is recommended to get database backup as well as website files backup regularly (depending on your information growth). You can save a lot of effort creating database backups.

I want to explain an easy and quick method how to create MySQL and MSSQL backup files at GoDaddy:

1. Log in to your Account Manager.


2. Click Open next to the hosting account you want to backup.


3. In the Databases section of the Hosting Control Center, Click the SQL Server or MySQL icon.


4. Click the pencil icon next to the database you would like to backup to open its edit features.


5. Click the Backup icon in the menu bar.

It's that simple! Your database backup file is created in the _db_backups folder on the root level of your hosting account. Download this file to your computer using an FTP client program.

Enjoy,
Alex Webs

Free Web Hosting - Advantages vs. Disadvantages

A free hosting service is good for beginners and simple personal home pages. If you are new in websites world, you can learn a lot by hosting a free website, understand the basics of web development and web design.

Free Web Hosting Advantages

• The big advantage of free web hosting is the zero price. There are some free web providers that will not put ads and banners on your website.

Free Web Hosting Disadvantages

• Ads - Most free web providers impose ads/banners on your website.


• Disk Space - Usually you will have about 250-300mb of disk space only.


• Account Expiration - Some free web hosts will disable your account after default expiration time.


• File Size Limitation - Usually you cannot upload/store file bigger than a half megabyte.


• Technical Support - From my bad experience, sometimes I didn't receive any answer. So, if you have a problem ...


• Reliability - Before you are going to open a free web host account, try to get feedback from anyone about this free provider. And my recommendation, have a backup of your website.

*These are only the main disadvantages, for my opinion.

Learn more about free web hosting and paid web hosting.

Enjoy,
Alex Webs.

Keep Domain Name and Hosting Plan Separated

Some web hosting companies offer a free domain name registration for new users (includes into web host plan price). People usually make use of that feature since it enables them to save some money while keeping both the domain name and the hosting plan with the same company.

But! If you are unhappy with your web host's service and want to go to another web host, you will need to get them to release your name to the new web host. Some web hosts make troubles with releasing a domain name.

My recommendation is to keep all your domain names with a reliable registrar like GoDaddy.com while having an another company for web hosting.

See Also:

• Save Money with Web Hosting Coupons.


• How to Register a Domain Name.


• How to Choose a Good Web Host.

Enjoy,
Alex Webs.

How to Find a Reliable Web Host

The website hosting business is very competitive these days with hundreds of thousands of reliable hosting companies out there but what company is best for your needs and that will provide you with a reliable hosting service from customer support to the reliability of there web servers.

The following is what is the most important aspects you need to consider when choosing a web hosting provider:

1. Customer Service
   Customer service is a very important aspect of any host if not the most important you will need to check there reliability by:
   • Seeing if they have a 24 hour contact phone number.
   • FAQ section on there website to help you with the most common questions such as what are name servers?
   • Ticket support to answer any non urgent questions that you might have.
   • Live support isn’t essential but it is useful for quick help.
2. Servers
   The serer are the most important part of a web host since without them they can be a host.
   • The processor speed (CPU) e.g. Intel Pentium 2.8ghz (anything over 1.5ghz is sufficient).
   • Memory (RAM) at least 512mb of ram.
   • Space this will all depend on your website needs if you are just starting at least 500mb is enough.
   • Bandwidth this will all depend on how many visitors your planning to visit your site in any given month. I would say that 5000mb will be more than sufficient for any small website.
   • Operating system – Linux is the better and cheaper option for any website and is said to be better than windows in a web server environment. But if you are required to use any windows scripts such as .asp you will need to use the windows server.
3. Customer Testimonials
   See if other customers have voted for the web host on popular hosting directories or have made comments on the services that are offered by the host on there website.
   These are the most important aspects that people look for in finding a web hosting provider these days and don’t be afraid to pay a bit more than other companies as this usually reflects the service they offer but also don be fooled.

GOOD LUCK

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About The Author
Marty Virve is the owner of many websites and is experienced in website development. Martin's newest website in his portfolio is his Search Engine Directory called SearchWIZ.org - webmasters add your link free.