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Comparing dedicated solutions, can you manage it ?
While a dedicated server offers many benefits, it also presents a challenge, you will take on the responsibility for managing the server. How much you are responsible for depends on the type of dedicated solution you need:
- With an unmanaged server, the host sets up a machine, hooks it to their network, and hands you the root password. Unless there's a problem with the hardware, it's up to you to keep the server running.
- With a managed server, the host leases you a server and handles the administration, leaving you to focus on content—similar to a shared account.
Unmanaged servers are the cheapest option, and by far the most popular—but some customers find themselves out of their element managing a server with little or no help from the host. You shouldn't consider an unmanaged server unless you're experienced, retain a network consultant or are ready to learn the ropes while keeping your site running.
Do You Need Special Features? Even if your site is running comfortably within its existing host's resource limits, you may want to move to a dedicated server for the other benefits it offers. Here are some potential benefits of having a server to yourself:
- You can install software your site may need, such as an updated version of .net or PHP or a database server, without waiting for your host.
- You can run software that isn't typically allowed with shared hosting, such as java back ends, chat servers, and game servers.
- You can provide services that are unavailable or expensive with shared hosts, such as software downloads and streaming media.
- You can customize and optimize the server to fit your site's needs.
- On a shared host, your site's speed and availability can be affected by other customers' sites—and if your site has a busy day or a runaway script, it can affect other customers and get you in trouble with the host. With a dedicated server, you can be more certain that the resources your site needs will be available.
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Location: Unmanaged Hosting 
