Shared Collocation.
Posted 07/17/09
Small and medium companies use collocation to store their dedicated servers. The company can use its own server hardware and place its own server in the space provided by a host who leases or sells the bandwidth. The company owns or rents its own space in a datacenter called a rack and keeps and maintains its own server but shares the infrastructure provided by the host. Click..
Collocation is advantageous because the cost is shared by many companies. Small companies can take advantage of a large amount of bandwidth without burning a hole in the budget. The company has the flexibility of making changes in the hardware and software of its own server. A good collocation host will provide a 24 hour support service and offer well maintained and monitored equipment. You must choose a collocation host who will allow you to take a tour of their hosting facility before you make a choice. . Collocation is a convenient method of using shared bandwidth through the dedicated server of a small company.
