Does the web host automatically backup customer web sites in case of data loss?
How often? • What is the web host’s billing policy? • Does the web host provide the features that you need for your web site? • Does the web host have the products and services to handle your growth? 1. How long has the web host been in business? The length of time that a host has been in business can be related to their ability to provide a quality, reliable product. If your host can satisfy its customers, then those customers are likely to stick with the host’s service. Therefore, stay in business. There are, of course, situations where this is not applicable or becomes a bit hazy. Be sure to also inquire about whether a host has recently been involved in a merger, acquired what was once a well-known brand name, or launched a new brand. If any of these apply, then delve deeper into the story behind what has happened and determine whether quality resources are still with the company. • Complete a domain name “whois” lookup on the web host: www.internic.net. Type in the web host’s doma
