Dedicated server hosting is further divided in to sub categories and most of the people don't know about it. You can obtain managed or unmanaged dedicated server hosting depending on your understanding. There are few things which really matter while selection of managed and unmanaged hosting.
Details about Managed Dedicated Server Hosting:
In managed hosting your whole server is managed by your hosting provider.
• They'll configure your server properly according to your requirements.
• You can select OS of your own choice and they'll install and update it for you.
• Install your required application software's for you and keep them updated as well.
• Customize server security by installing anti-virus software and keep it up dated to avoid any kind of threats.
• Configure your firewall settings in order to prevent unauthorized access.
• Perform regular on and off-site back up, so that in case of any data loss you can recover it instantly.
So obtaining a managed hosting gives you freedom to concentrate on your website instead of worrying about server settings and other security issues. In managed hosting you have to pay for all these services, that's why it is a bit costly then unmanaged dedicated server hosting. Managed server hosting is recommended for people who don't have knowledge about server management.
Details about Unmanaged Dedicated Server Hosting:
In unmanaged hosting you'll get basic control panel with your desired OS. You have to define your own settings. You have to customize your security by installing anti-virus software and configure your firewall setting properly. As far as back-up is concern you have to do it by yourself. Beside this if you require any application software you have to install it on your own. In short you have to manage each and everything by yourself.
It is recommend for people who have sufficient knowledge about server management as cost matters a lot in terms of dedicated server hosting.