“We are proud to be the first hosting company in Malaysia to accept Bitcoin & Altcoins!”

What is Bitcoin?

Bitcoin is one of the multitudes of cryptocurrencies. Three things define a cryptocurrency: electronic currency, decentralized network, and transactional value.

Taking Bitcoin as a powerful example, it only exists electronically. Just like how you can transfer a set amount of cash when you shop online, Bitcoin has the same function.

However, the stark difference between a fiat currency and a cryptocurrency is its governance. When you make an online payment via credit/debit card, your transaction must be verified by the bank. The bank is an institution of governance that oversees transactions. The bank charges you a 1% to 3% of the total transaction fee for its service.

In the case of making a payment using Bitcoin, there is no governing institution. Simply put, this transaction is between you and the person you are paying to. No bank. No medium. Decentralization plays a major role in moving the crypto market. If we can all safely secure electronic cash (which is exactly the future we are heading towards anyway) in our coin wallet, why should we pay the bank to do it? Right? It’s debatable.

“The market shows the sentiments of real people. Each has a strong belief that cryptocurrency might one day overtake the purposefulness of fiat currency.”

Why CoinPayments?

Once you have decided to host with us, you’ll find an easy payment solution with Bitcoin & Altcoins. When you have poured a lion’s portion of your hard-earned money into cryptocurrencies, it no longer makes no sense to pay a VPS hosting company in fiat currency. We know that. And we understand your concerns. But, why CoinPayments?

Knowing that there are too many exit scams in the crypto world, we want to look for a credible partner. CoinPayment has been in the market since 2013. Their solid presence is an indication that this company is run by a team of professionals, who want to provide a useful, trustworthy solution to the end-users of this market. This similarity with VPS Malaysia builds the foundation of this partnership. Your safety is always our top priority.

Bitcoin, Litecoin Ethereum, and Ripple are only a handful of the many cryptos accepted on CoinPayments. With over 1,310 coins accepted, we are positive that you will find your invested coins on the list.

Just as when you transact via online banking, a payment gateway is a necessary tool. It processes electronic cash transactions sent from one user to another. Some popular fiat payment gateways in Malaysia are PayPal, MOLPay, iPay88, and SenangPay. CoinPayments is the representative tool when used in the crypto world. Every payment gateway charges its services with a minimal fee. When paying using CoinPayments, users are charged with a minimum of 0.50% fee.

Coins We Now Accept!

• Bitcoin
• Litecoin
• Bitcoin Cash
• BlackCoin
• BNB Coin
• Bitcoin Gold
• Dash
• DigiByte
• Dogecoin
• Ether Classic
• Ether
• Komodo
• Qtum
• TrueUSD
• Waves

Other Payment Methods We Accepted:

• PayPal
• Credit & Debit (MasterCard/VISA)
• MOLPay (All Malaysian Banks)
• E-wallets
• Manual Bank Transfer

Hosting Services We Provide:

• Forex VPS
• Windows VPS
• Linux VPS
• Linux KVM VPS
• cPanel VPS
• Web Hosting
• Dedicated Server
• Reseller Hosting

Why are we doing this?

Simple. Providing a flexible payment option is a significant start to our life-long vision. That is to become the leading hosting company in Malaysia. It will be a long, winding path. But your support continues to motivate us to keep on improving our services, so that you can enjoy the best hosting services, ever.

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Enterprise resource planning (ERP) is a real-time integrated management of core business processes mediated by software.

ERP Software helps centralize workflows, improves communication among different departments and liquidates tasks among team members.

Overall, ERP Software leads to a better working system with improved efficiency and effectiveness.

Popular (Top 10) ERP Software 

1. Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
2. SAP Business ByDesign
3. Sage Business Cloud Enterprise Management
4. SYSPRO ERP
5. Microsoft Dynamics ERP
6. Infor StyeLine
7. Enterprise IQ
8. NetSuite OneWorld
9. Epicor ERP 10
10. IFS Applications

Real-time collaboration and communication via ERP Software requires a 24/7 Internet connection.

A server solves this problem by existing as an intermediary off-site computer connected to a redundant power source 24 x 7 x 365.

Redundancy refers to having a backup power source in the case of a power outage. This ensures minimum losses due to downtime. And it keeps the company data safe and secure.

Most ERP Software companies offer 2 types of hosting solutions:

Solution 1:

Your company purchases the ERP software and hosts it on a remote dedicated server.

Solution 2

Your company subscribes to the ERP’s Software as a Service (SaaS) package with cloud hosting.

Hosting ERP On A Dedicated Server

There are 2 methods to host a purchased ERP Software on a remote dedicated server:

Method 1: Your company purchases and locates a dedicated server in your server room.

This is unlikely for SMEs.

Purchasing a dedicated server, setting up the network infrastructure, maintaining the server as well as maintaining a server room come with extravagant prices.

Method 2 is a more viable long-term solution.

Method 2: Your company rents a dedicated server from a hosting company.

Hosting companies locate their servers in a data center. A world-class data center like CX2 is fully equipped with premium network infrastructure, power redundancy, cooling system, and protection against fire hazards.

You can choose to either manage the server on your own or outsource server management to the very same hosting company. We offer both unmanaged and managed dedicated server plans.

No Time To Manage Your Server? Leave The Hard Work To Us!

Hosting ERP On A Cloud-Based SaaS

There is another type of ERP hosting solution- cloud hosting.

Cloud hosting usually comes with a subscription-based Software as a Service (SaaS).

Simply put, when you subscribe to SaaS, you are subscribing to a company service that allows you to access and use their software (without ownership) via the Internet.

Bitrix24 is a great example of a SaaS. You access the software via the Bitrix24 online portal. Then, the cloud server hosts all your tasks, documents, and conversations.

Cloud-Based SaaS

The simplest way to explain cloud computing is like having many copies of one document and storing each physical document in different storage locationss. This promises redundancy or a reliable backup system that avoids data losses.

But, the cloud is less flexible when it comes to server management. Cloud doesn’t allow for root access, and that leaves users with no say about modding the server configuration or environment.

Besides, its performance is also rather shaky. Since all users share the same server resources, the cloud cannot promise every user a stable performance.

When one user takes up too many resources, that leaves the rest of the users with fewer resources, resulting in a less promising performance.

On top of that, the safety of your company data is also a main concern when hosted in the cloud.

The cyber attack on Apple’s iCloud has left 26 celebrities with breached privacy- leaked nude photos.

Apple is not the only victim of cyber attacks. Microsoft, Dropbox, LinkedIn, Yahoo, and Home Depot suffered from cyber attacks as well. This certainly means hackers are increasingly targeting Cloud due to its rocketing popularity.

Cloud has a fairly low entry price. However, the cost of cloud can scale up relatively fast and expensive if not managed and utilized properly.

✓ Redundancy

✕ No root access

✕ Performance not guaranteed

✓ Able to handle sudden heavy workload (Scalable while online)

✕ Upgrades are expensive

✕ Data Security

Dedicated Server

When you subscribe to a dedicated server hosting, your company rents the entire physical server. This gives you plenty of resources to work around with.

A finely tuned dedicated server promises redundancy using RAID storage, peak performance, flexibility with full root access, and the ability to handle sudden heavy workload.

Hosting ERP on a dedicated server promises data security for 3 main reasons.

Reason 1: You don’t share your server with anyone.

Reason 2: We install a Firewall so that only authorized persons can access your server.

Reason 3: To keep data phishers at bay, we install an Intrusion Detection System on our dedicated servers. If someone without authorization accesses your server, you will be notified immediately.

Over the long run, the cost of having a dedicated server offers the best savings. Its scalability, or ability to handle scaled workload as your needs expand doesn’t require you to invest in frequent upgrades.

Hosting ERP on a dedicated server is the right solution for a growing company.

✓ Redundancy

✓ Root access

✓ Guaranteed performance

✓ Able to handle sudden heavy workload (Little offline time needed to scale)

✓ Affordable upgrades

✓ Data Security

Struggling To Find The Dedicated Server That Best Suits Your Needs?

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Virtual Private Server (VPS) is a small computer hosted in a mother server that provides you the environment to host myriads of applications. From hosting websites, hosting applications, to hosting new test environments, the uses of a VPS are countless.

In this article we have a list of 6 popular uses of renting a VPS.

You probably have already understood the many technical terms of having a VPS, such as, what is bandwidth, RAM, CPU, or what are the differences between HDD and SSD Storage.

If these terms sound strange, you should check out our guide on how to choose the most reliable VPS hosting for you.

It’s important that you know and understand these technical terms, so that you are informed about your purchasing decision.

Now, the next learning milestone for you is understanding the role of an Operating System (OS) in a VPS, and the differences between Linux VPS and Windows VPS.

Let’s get started!

What is Operating System (OS)?

Operating system (OS) is a software that allows a user to run other applications on a computing device.

technopedia

If you have a laptop or a desktop PC at home, these devices most probably run on a Windows OS. A Macbook runs on Macintosh.

Laptops and PCs aside, smartphones devices also run on different OS. The two most widely used OS in today’s market are androids and ioses. VPS runs on two major OS: Linux and Windows.

Let’s dive into the differences between Linux VPS and Windows VPS.

Operating System: Linux vs Windows

In this comparison, we will be looking at 9 aspects:

1. Performance
2. Security
3. Compatibility
4. Server Access
5. Control Panel
6. Support
7. Ease of Use
8. Scalability
9. Cost

1. Performance

Have you ever closed at website because the page loading speed is terribly slow? I’m sure most of us have been there.

47% of web visitors expect a website to load in less than 2 seconds. If the loading process takes longer than 3 seconds, 40% of web visitors will leave the website.

Kissmetrics

These statistics tell us how important it is to have a fast page loading speed. The big question now is,

What is the difference between Linux VPS and Windows VPS in terms of performance?

Let’s find out.

Linux VPS

VPS running on Linux is designed specifically to be secured with Secure Shell (SSH). SSH is used to manage VPS by typing in command lines. This trait makes Linux VPS more resource-efficient. When there are high loads of resources, Linux VPS doesn’t require its administrator to perform regular reboots. A lesser number of reboots would mean a higher performance since any application hosted on Linux VPS is not susceptible to more technical hiccups.

Windows VPS

Windows VPS are commercial products designed for common users. It uses a Graphical User Interface (GUI), that makes navigation more user-friendly. However, this comes with a downside. After every major/minor patch, and driver/software update, your Windows VPS must be rebooted, or will be rebooted automatically according to its internal schedule. Windows users most probably know this well, if you remember the scheduled computer restart following an update. The other downside of a Windows VPS is that it can be resource hungry if it is not optimized properly. This is because the Windows OS has a lot of pre-installed applications that takes up a lot of CPU power when running in background.

Conclusion: 

The performance of Linux VPS definitely surpasses Windows VPS.

2. Security

Cyber attacks are constantly on the rise. Common threats to a website include DDoS attacks, data breaches and malwares. Here are some facts and figures to give you a sense of how common cyber attacks are in the Internet.

• 92% of malware is delivered by email.
• The average ransomware attack costs a company $5 million.
• It takes organizations an average of 191 days to identify data breaches.

Now we know the importance of cybersecurity, which of the two is more secure- Linux VPS or Windows VPS? Let’s dive into the details.

Linux VPS

An important fact that gives Linux VPS its topnotch security is that Linux is open source. There is a huge community of professional coders who could review, detect and comment on its vulnerability. This also allows the bugs and backdoors to be fixed as soon as possible. But Linux is more secure also due to the reasons that it has a smaller user base. You’ll understand the justification quickly as I explain this in the security of Windows VPS section.

Windows VPS

According to an estimate by NetMarketShare, 88% of all computers on the Internet run on Windows OS. That is more than two third of all these computers combined! With a user base this massive, cyber criminals are constantly prying on Windows OS, trying to find a loophole within.

Conclusion: 

Does Operating System affects the security of your VPS?

Well, the answer is yes, and no.

It is not that Windows have weak protection against cyber criminals. They have been constantly upgrading and strengthening their protections against cyberattacks. But, having a massive user base, cyber criminals naturally set their sights on hacking Windows, rather than Linux.

This article explains in-depth the comparisons between Linux VPS and Windows VPS in terms of security.

If we have to crown only one OS, Linux VPS is much safer than Windows VPS.

3. Compatibility

Linux VPS

An open source code itself, Linux is ideal to host open source software like PHP/Perl, Java, Python, ROR, SSH, CGI, MySQL, and many more. Here is a compact list of 50 open source softwares that are compatible for Linux business users.

Windows VPS

Windows VPS runs only on Windows specific software and applications. Some examples are ASP, MySQL, C#, MS Access and others. Take a look at a list of software and applications designed for Windows by Google.

Conclusion: 

Most commercially available softwares that are ready to use are targeted at Windows OS. It is not surprising since Windows has a larger market share compared to Linux. However, all these commercially available softwares come at a cost. Linux softwares are open source, so they are all available for free.

But either choices work well for users, so we’ll call it a tie in this section.

4. Server Access

Having server access means users have better control over the configuration of their VPS. Which one gives more flexibility to users- Linux or Windows? Can you guess?

Linux VPS

File Transfer Protocol, or in short FTP is a convenient tool for users to upload and download files. Building a website, for example, requires FTP, because you need this tool to upload media (photos or videos) from your PC to your VPS. FTP is accessible on Linux. However, another server access that you want to have is a protection protocol, called SSH, available only on Linux.

Windows VPS

FTP that gives you the ease to move files around is also available to Windows. But, SSH is absent on Windows OS. There is one way to go around this- installing PuTTY on Windows VPS. SSH.com has put together a useful guide on how you can use PuTTY on your Windows VPS.

Conclusion: 

Linux VPS gives users more access to the server. Although Windows VPS doesn’t run on SSH, there are ways to get around. Linux VPS is slightly more advantageous than Windows VPS in this section. Slightly.

5. Control Panel

Building a website is all about customization and management of different settings and features. The control panel covers this pesky job flawlessly for all of us.

Linux VPS

Control panels available for Linux are cPanel or Web Host Manager (WHM).

Windows VPS

Windows uses Plesk.

Conclusion: 

Whether it’s cPanel or Plesk, both interfaces are user-friendly. And again, a tie.

6. Support

Technical issues are unavoidable when it comes to VPS or any other servers. What you need is a professional support team that can assist you in an instant.

Linux VPS

Linux is backed by a huge community of professional coders. They are individuals who find and examine source codes to detect and fix bugs and backdoors. However, the reliability of their support may not be the best you can find. After all, these professionals are not paid to do a 9 to 5 customer support job.

Windows VPS

Windows is an OS developed by a massive multi-billion dollar company called Microsoft. The company is well backed up by a team of professional IT supports who are ready to help you solve any problems at any time.

Conclusion: 

Windows, with its worldwide reputation, has an upper hand in this section.

Whether you choose to host a Linux VPS or a Windows VPS, our professional customer support team is ready to assist you 24/7. We want to make sure that our customers get the best hosting experience at VPS Malaysia.

7. Ease of Use

Back in the day, we always hear, “Whether it’s easy to use or not, it all depends on your technical knowledge.” However, this might not apply entirely today. Advancements and improvements have been made over the years. Let’s take a look.

Linux VPS

Command lines- this used to be the enemy of all basic users. But looking at how GUI is now available to Linux OS today, it no longer applies any truths. Lifewire frames the usefulness of GUI and command lines in different situations perfectly in this article. CPanel which Linux uses is one of the most popular hosting management tools.

Windows VPS

Windows brags its intuitive GUI as a highlighted selling point, which makes it very friendly to use for any user.

Conclusion: 

If you are a knowledge-seeker and you don’t mind Googling up some information on how to use Linux, Linux VPS could be a choice.

If you think that learning is too troublesome, and since you are already very familiar to Windows, then Windows is the perfect choice for you.

8. Scalability

Scalability is the server’s capability to handle increased workload and demand without decreased performance, as explained by technopedia.com.

Linux VPS

There are two main Linux VPS options in today’s market: Linux OpenVZ VPS and Linux KVM VPS. Both can be easily upgraded (this can be done via your control panel) to handle an increased workload. However, only Linux OpenVZ VPS can be downgraded, when required. Linux OpenVZ VPS also doesn’t require users to reboot their VPS after upgrade installations.

Windows VPS

Windows VPS can be scaled up, but not scaled down. Changes only take effect after users reboot their server following upgrade installations.

Conclusion: 

You should consider your application of having a VPS.

If you’re expecting an increase in server workload to follow after some time, both Linux VPS and Windows VPS are suitable.

The advantage of a Linux OpenVZ VPS is that you are ready to downgrade anytime, and your VPS does not require rebooting.

The inability to downgrade and having to reboot are downsides to Linux KVM VPS and Windows VPS.

9. Cost

Cost is a primary concern for many users. Businesses want to save costs. Individuals want to save money so they can plan for trips. Nevertheless, we all want to save costs. Which one is more affordable? It’s pretty obvious, at this point, isn’t it?

Linux VPS

An open-source platform itself, Linux has significantly lower costs. Linux OS doesn’t require you to pay a license fee every year. Most Linux software and applications are free to use too- all thanks to the generous developers.

Windows VPS

Windows is a commercial product by Microsoft, so naturally users have to pay a licensing fee. Our Windows VPS plans include a Windows licensing fee.

Conclusion: 

If you don’t mind paying a little extra for familiarity, then Windows VPS is the right choice.

If you cringe at the knowledge of having to pay extra every month, you should go for a Linux VPS.
Linux VPS has its advantages in terms of performance, security, cost, and server access.

On the other hand, Windows is more advantageous in the aspects of support and ease of use. Looking at this, Linux VPS surely has scored more points compared to Windows VPS.

However, there is one important thing that you must consider- programming language. Linux and Windows both use very different languages.

The Choice Is In Your Hands

While you’re still deciding on which OS to use, have a look at our Linux KVM VPS Plans, Linux Open VZ VPS Plans, and Windows VPS Plans. With less than RM2 per day, you get to enjoy a full-fledged, professional VPS hosting experience.

Why full-fledged?

At VPS Malaysia, you can deploy your VPS in under 30 seconds. If you have any difficulties with your VPS, our professional customer support team is ready to help you 24/7, anytime, anywhere.
And here’s the biggest perk for you- 30 days risk-free VPS! What does it mean? You get to try our VPS, and if you are unsatisfied with the performance, we guarantee to give all your money back in 30 days. Try one of our VPS hosting plans today!

• Linux KVM VPS
• Linux OpenVZ VPS
• Windows VPS

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In this article, you will learn:
1. What is MT4?
2. What could possibly happen when running MT4 without a Forex VPS?
3. What is a Forex VPS?
4. Why run MT4 on a Forex VPS?

1. What is MT4?

MT4 is a major Forex trading platform most traders use. It’s easy, it’s friendly, and most important, you make real money while you’re on it. MT4 hosts a plethora of functions- from real-time chart and indicator updates, to hosting your most reliable and trusted Forex EAs, to copy trading, to performing withdrawals and deposits. These functions require traders to run their MT4 24/5. Except on Saturdays and Sundays, when the banks are closed.

2. What could possibly happen when running MT4 without a Forex VPS?

MT4 is the place where all money making trades come true. Whether you’re a professional who trades with exceptional knowledge and prediction, a trader who relies on the accurate prediction of a Forex EA, or a beginner who copy trades a trader. MT4 is the place where all of these happen. It only makes sense that you run your MT4 24/5, because the Forex is a world that never sleeps. At every week , day, hour, minute and second, trades happen globally. According to the Bank for International Settlements, foreign-exchange trading increased to an average of $5.3 trillion a day in 2014.

But, unfortunate incidents could happen. The moment you’re offline, away from MT4 and out of action, you could potentially lose hundreds or even millions of profits. What could happen, you might ask.

Possibility 1: Computer failure, Internet failure & electricity outage

Imagine that as you sit down in front of your computer, and you’re all set to make the best trading decision today, after getting in touch with various sources of the market sentiment. You’re super confident, that today, the market will be bullish. You try to turn your computer on, but the computer just doesn’t start! There goes your profits… This is just one of the many examples of unfortunate incidents that could cause you to lose profits. There are many more, such as internet failure. No matter how many times you tried signing into your MT4, you just cannot get in! Or electricity outage. Neither your internet nor your computer works at this point.

Possibility 2: Computer wear and tear 

Over the long run, running MT4 on your personal computer is not the best choice of action. Computers need rest so that they cool down after running loads of applications for a period of usage. Letting your computer run 24/5 is most likely to induce wear and tear much faster, therefore shortening its lifespan. Technical experts from empowerit.com.au suggest that, a computer has an average lifespan of 3 years, while a laptop spans an average of 2-3 years. Empowerment also further explains the types of wear and tear that could happen to the internal components. Before you even know it, your computer doesn’t run as smoothly as new. Then one day, it just wouldn’t switch on anymore. The only choice you have left is to let it go, and purchase a brand-new computer as a replacement. By then, you’re thinning your wallets by putting on more costs, as you watch the profits from your Forex trading go down the drain.

Possibility 3: Electricity cost increment

Apart from the costs of having to replace your computer more frequently due to its quickly relinquished lifespan, there are also added costs involved in running your internet and computer on electricity 24 hours a day, 5 days a week. MT4 is a real-time Forex trading platform. That means, all the charts and updated in real-time, by the seconds. This feature creates a lot of usage on CPU and RAM. A computer that runs 24/5 on tremendous CPU and RAM performance requires a significant amount of electricity. Electricity to power your computer, on top of electricity to power your internet modem, would total up to a significant increment in your electricity bill every month. Although you might be profiting off Forex, your expensive electricity bill is chipping on your profit.

Is there a solution to lessen all these added costs? Of course. Have You Heard of Forex VPS?

3. What is a Forex VPS?

A Forex VPS is a VPS for Forex Trading, which is a computer hosted in a special server room. Forex VPS is dedicated to running MT4 24/7. The hardware specifications are specially tuned to optimize its best performance to allow smooth trading on MT4 using Forex VPS, especially so for traders trading with EAs. Our Forex VPS is very easy to set up and navigate. You can set up up to 200 MT4 with our Forex VPS plan in just 30 seconds with VPS Malaysia.

4. Why run MT4 on a Forex VPS?

Forex VPS is your best choice to run one or many MT4 accounts. Having a Forex VPS is like having a computer dedicated to only your Forex trading needs. There are many benefits to subscribing to a Forex VPS.

Benefit 1: Trade Anytime, Anywhere

When you subscribe to our Forex VPS, you’ll receive an email with a simple walkthrough that guides you on how to set up your Forex VPS and your Remote Windows Desktop. The Remote Windows Desktop allows you to sign in to your MT4 accounts from any electronic device. You can trade using your computer, your laptop, your tablet, and even using your smartphones. If you are a professional Forex trader, this feature is going to be super useful, especially when you leave home for vacations or you are on a business notice. Just search for “Remote Desktop” on Google Play or Apple Play Store and install any RDP software you can find. Here are the Top 5 RDP software for androids recommended by androidsauthority. Our Forex Plans give you the flexibility to trade across multiple electronic devices. You can trade anywhere, at any time.

Benefit 2: Power Security and Internet Uptime

Forex VPS are small, but powerful computers hosted in a special server room. These computers are connected to electricity and the internet 24/7/365. Running MT4 on a Forex VPS is especially useful for traders who copy trade, and traders who trade using EAs. EAs run algorithmic trading using computer-based algorithmic software. To put it simply, if you are an expert Forex trader with many years of trading experience and market knowledge, you can program a robot to trade just like you by inserting lines of commands that teach the EA your trading knowledge. Since an EA is always up and running, it is a smart choice to run your MT4 on a Forex VPS. That way, you’ll be trading all day, all night, even if you’re not in front of your computer all the time! You just have to sit back, relax, and let the EA generate profits. But, if you are not careful enough to select a Forex VPS that can handle the amount of your EA’s workloads, you are still bound to face losses. We have a simple guide that can help you choose the best Forex VPS plan for your Forex EAs.

Benefit 3: Worry-Free Trading

There is, of course, the option to power all your MT4 accounts on your personal computer and home internet network. Well, if your trading profit is tremendous, it doesn’t hurt to pay for a little electricity bill, right? Although paying bills might not be your biggest worry and enemy, technical problems could drive you crazy. Managing a VPS is not for everyone. VPS management requires an adequate amount of technical knowledge about servers. While you might be confident about your skills at Google searching for an answer, consider the amount of time you would lose trying to fix or troubleshoot a technical problem. Then, consider the amount of profits you could have generated over that time. Is it worth the headache, and the loss? You could have just rented a piece of equipment, and let the expert do its job at managing servers. All these are only for the price of less than RM3 a day!

Benefit 4: Low Latency with Fast Execution Speed

VPS Malaysia’s Forex VPS is optimized for trading and located in the same data center as your broker’s server. This makes fast execution trading possible as the time taken for the data transfer back and forth to the broker’s server is minimal. Our Forex VPS will be able to achieve as low as 1 ms in ping, that’s a very low latency. For example, if your broker’s server is located in Amsterdam, you can choose our VPS Amsterdam here and you are good to go. Same for VPS New York and VPS London too!

Here you can learn how to choose a high-performing Forex VPS worthy of your investment in under 5 minutes.

Experience our 30-day Forex VPS trial without any risk. If you’re unsatisfied with our service, you can have all your money back within 30 days.

Start here, by choosing a Forex VPS plan that best suits your needs.

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Here are the top 5 reasons why companies should invest in a Windows dedicated server for long-term growth.

1) Improve Website Performance

Websites are part of a necessary branding and marketing tool for all types of businesses. Having a dedicated server Malaysia improves your website performance. Your website gets a faster page loading speed and less downtime. This means higher visitor retention because users are shunned by frustratingly slow-loading websites. Some businesses are also exploring the benefits of AI website builders, which can simplify the design process and create user-friendly interfaces to further enhance the overall experience.

According to Akamai, if your website takes more than 3 seconds to load, you could be losing nearly half of your visitors. That’s a considerably huge amount of loss in conversions and profits. This amazing article put together by HubSpot, explains how page load time affects conversion rate using 12 case studies.

2) Cost-Effective Solution for Your Business

Having a dedicated server Malaysia is a great investment for enterprises, because 1) you can have dedicated resources for your company websites, ERP software, data, emails, etc, and 2) it keeps your data highly secured.

Getting these perks comes at a price. However, comparing a dedicated server to a cloud server with both having the same server specifications, a dedicated server is a more affordable solution for your enterprise in the long run.

3) Keeping Communication Channels Private 

Websites often integrate many forms of communication channels, such as email, chat rooms, or chatbots. When a message is sent across the Internet, there is a window for interception, making these messages easy targets to be stolen.

With a dedicated server, you can encrypt your company messages and keep them private. You can also regulate how your server network devices receive and send messages. This is useful if you own a business, and you don’t want your employees using work emails for personal matters.

Having your company email server also gives you the flexibility to send emails without any attachment limitation. When sending emails through Gmail, for example, your email file must not exceed the limit of 25MB. With your server, you can send heavy files attached to an email without needing to resize the files over and over again.

4) Keeping Important Data Secure

Data is undoubtedly one of the most valuable assets for every company out there. We cannot afford to lose them. With a dedicated server, you can leave your worries behind.

Features like Firewall and Intrusion Detection System (IDS) help prevent hackers. The system alerts you whenever some suspicious activities are found happening within the server. You can go an extra step forward to implement an Anti-DDoS System. Anti-DoS prevents hackers from overloading your server system. System overload can cause server failure. If your company server fails, all forms of communication go down. Yes – things like emails, real-time communication software, websites, or anything that is connected online via the server. Better safe than sorry!

5) Flexible Application and Usage

A dedicated server offers your company a flexible amount of space to host a myriad of applications. Other than hosting a website, a dedicated server also has other uses, such as storing your files and data, hosting a VPN to secure your data, hosting multiple communication channels, and many more.

Conclusion

As your company grows and expands, having dedicated hosting Malaysia is a great tool. It keeps your company data highly secured, decreases the chances of data loss, keeps your company communication channels private, and improves the performance of your company website. You can get all these amazing benefits at a very affordable rate of less than RM15/day. Read our in-depth guide here to help you better understand and pick out the most suitable dedicated server for your company.

If you have any questions or troubles with setting up or configuring your dedicated server, get in touch with our professional customer support team. We are more than happy to assist you anytime, anywhere.

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In this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn and understand how to choose the best dedicated server for  your company and what factors you must consider to get the most value out of your investment.

1) What Is A Dedicated Server?
2) Who Needs A Dedicated Server?
3) 4 Features You Must Look For In A Dedicated Server
4) 5 Reasons Why You Should Invest In A Dedicated Server

1) What Is A Dedicated Server?

Imagine renting an exclusive computer housed in a strategic data center. This exclusivity means that, you can have your very own physical server that is dedicated to your needs. A dedicated server is unlike a Virtual Private Server (VPS) or a shared hosting, that requires you to share the same physical server with other users. The advantages of having your own dedicated server are: 1) higher bandwidth for an improved website performance, 2) highly secured data, 3) protection against cyber attacks and malware invasions, 4) flexible scalability and customization, 5) complete use of server resources catering only to your company, and 6) high-end server performance.

2) When Should You Get A Dedicated Server?

If you notice that your company website is getting more visitors everyday, but the page loading speed is getting slower, it’s the right time to upgrade to a dedicated server ssd.

Other than giving your clients a better website user experience, a dedicated server can do so much more! It hosts your communications tools – like email accounts, ERP software and CRM software. You can also host your company data in a dedicated server. It’s layers of data security and protection will help prevent hackers, viruses and malicious malware from taking your valuable assets away.

3) 4 Features You Must Look For In A Dedicated Server

This is the basics of how to choose a dedicated server that best suits your needs. First, you must know and understand your hosting requirements. That way, you can save a lot of costs by avoiding the negative cycle of subscribing to a lesser package that doesn’t match your needs.

Let’s have a look at the 4 features you must look for to help you choose a dedicated server – the best one!

Feature 1: Server Specifications

Processing Power

Nowadays, most websites would require the services of specialized applications, such as a video player or a customer live chat. Go for hosting companies that offer servers with high-end processors like XEON or dual XEON. Don’t opt in for less just because the servers are priced at a lower end. You want to prioritize performance, stability and reliability.

Bandwidth

You should know the average monthly traffic your website gets. Google Analytics can help determine the amount of traffic your website gets every month. If your website is not linked to Google Analytics yet, follow this simple guide prepared by Google on how you can set up Google Analytics for your website. Websites that get high traffic volume should go for more bandwidth. You should also go for high bandwidth servers if your website loads high-definition galleries and/or streams in-website videos.

Memory (RAM)

Memory dictates server efficiency and the loading speed of your website. Running an e-commerce website requires more memory space because your product listing expands every time you upload new products. In general, more RAM gives your website a boosted loading speed.

Storage

There are two kinds of storage: 1) HDD, and 2) SSD. There are several differences between HDD and SSD. In general, SSD is more expensive compared to HDD. But with a higher price, SSD comes with higher functionality, such as faster read and write speed (it means faster file transfer), lower chances of failure, and information loss due to the absence of moving parts. Read our guide about server storage: HDD vs SSD, so you can learn more about the differences between HDD and SSD. You should also go for hosting companies that offer RAID technology, which uses multiple disks to avoid data loss due to hardware failure, improve overall server performance, and increase server storage capacity.

Operating System (OS)

Choosing between Windows or Linux should depend on the type of applications you want to run on your company server. We’ll get into the type of applications that run on Windows and Linux in the next point.

Application

To host MS SQL, ASP.NET, or Microsoft IIS, you need a Windows Dedicated Server. Go for a Linux Dedicated Server, if you want to use LAMP or MEAN, or any applications that do not require a Microsoft license.

Feature 2: Data Center Standards

Your website is a funnel where sales conversions happen. Downtime can lead to profit loss. Always make sure that your server is up and running 24/7. Research where the servers are located using a Data Center Map. Picking servers located at a strategic locations ensures that your website is accessible at most times. All our servers are hosted in a world-class, tier-3 CX2 Data Center in Cyberjaya. With this, you’ll be guaranteed 99.98% uptime when you subscribe to our hosting services.

Feature 3: Security

Before choosing a dedicated server in Malaysia, you need to ask the customer support team questions related to access to data, building protection against fire hazards, data security and privacy, DDoS protection against cyber attacks and malware, etc. Having a 24/7 customer support team is another big plus that you should consider before renting a dedicated server.

Feature 4: Requirement Analysis

Renting a dedicated server comes at a cost, and you want to make sure that the server fits your requirements. How can you find a hosting company that matches your needs?

First, find out and analyze what are your needs and requirements.

Ask these 5 questions that will give you the best insights into how to choose the right dedicated server.

Question 1: How much traffic does my website get in a month?

The rule of thumb is that the bigger the traffic volume, the bigger the bandwidth and RAM you should go for.

Question 2: Does my website have applications that consume high resources?

If your website has applications, such as a video player, a high-definition gallery to load, or live chat support, then you should go for a server with high computing power. Best to go with Xenon or Dual Xenon servers, so you can upload multimedia files at any creative expense.

Question 3: Do my preferred applications run on Windows or Linux?

To host MS SQL, ASP.NET, or Microsoft IIS, you need a Windows Dedicated Server. Go for a Linux Dedicated Server, if you want to use LAMP or MEAN, or any applications that do not require a Microsoft license. We’ve put together a full table of comparison between Windows and Linux below.

Question 4: How much money am I planning to invest?

A dedicated server is relatively expensive compared to a virtual private server. But, a dedicated server offers more functionality and security, compared to other VPS or shared hosting. A good hosting company should offer flexible dedicated hosting services, along with 24/7 live customer support, so that business owners can upgrade and expand their servers at any time. It is also a sign of a good hosting company if they can offer you flexible payment options (monthly, quarterly, or annually).

 Question 5: Is the customer support team helpful?

Most hosting companies have a dedicated customer support team, but only a handful offer a 24/7 live customer support chat service. Get in touch with their customer support team to get a wholesome experience. Ask about the guaranteed uptime. Notice how swiftly they respond. How long does it take to solve queries?

Also, take time to research and read user reviews about the web hosting company. Genuine user reviews can tell you a lot of things, including how good is their customer support services, how fast can the team solve a problem, and if there are any hidden charges.

4) 5 Reasons Why You Should Invest In A Dedicated Server

Reason 1: Overall better performance

A dedicated server reserves all the computing resources exclusively for your needs and usage only. This means getting an overall better server performance in terms of speed, security, and storage.

Reason 2: Cost-effective

At first glance, a dedicated server appears to be more expensive than other server options (shared hosting and VPS). However, with the same specifications, a cloud server is priced at a higher end compared to a dedicated server. But in the long run, a dedicated server has the highest best-for-value investment, especially for small to medium enterprises (SMEs). It saves you the troubles and costs of upgrades as you expand and scale your server to cater to a higher traffic volume. Go for a long-term investment.

Reason 3: Scalability and Upgradeable Hardware

The best part of having a dedicated server is customization. You can customize all the hardware to fit your needs. Whether it’s adding more RAM, giving it a boost of computing power, or increasing your storage capacity. Call our 24/7 professional customer support team for an upgrade anytime, anywhere.

Reason 4: Flexibility

Servers have many different applications. Ranging from hosting websites, setting up multiple email accounts, data storage, or running a test for an app, a dedicated server can offer you the maximum range of usage flexibility.

Reason 5: Enhanced Security

Shared hosting, VPS, and cloud hosting house multiple users on the same physical server. This increases the risk of data loss, malware infiltration, cyber-attacks, and interception. But, a dedicated server is reserved solely for you. It keeps your company data highly private and tightly secured. Understand the differences between 4 web hostings (shared hosting, VPS hosting, dedicated hosting, and cloud hosting) using one of our guides.

Conclusion

Luck is not a factor when it comes to choosing the dedicated server that fits your needs. Avoid making the mistake of falling for high prices. Price doesn’t necessarily justify the quality of a hosting company. Do your research and planning well, so that your investment pays off in the long run. Experiment with hosting companies that offer a 30-day money-back guarantee or a trial (even if they only offer a trial with VPS, shared hosting, or cloud). That way you’ll find out for yourself if the hosting company (that promises 99.98% uptime) is one that you will stick around with.

If you have any questions or troubles with setting up or configuring your dedicated server, get in touch with our professional customer support team. We are more than happy to assist you anytime, anywhere.

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VPS is like a computer. It uses physical resources such as CPU, RAM, and disk space to create a virtual computer space. In this computer space, you can install an Operating System (OS) that allows you to perform different actions using a friendly interface. You can also run different software and applications using VPS.

Uses of VPS

What are the uses of a VPS? Think of it as a remote computer. Anything that you can do on a computer, you can do with a VPS. This means you won’t be limited to just web hosting, though virtual server uses active websites to host.

1. Running A High Traffic Website
   This is the most common and popular use. Since a virtual private server provides more resources for your website like CPU, RAM, etc. than shared hosting, you’ll find that your website feels more responsive. Plus, with full control over the virtual server, you can install and remove software as you like rather than being stuck with what the host offers.
2. Hosting A Server
   Or if you’re looking more towards professional uses, you could use a VPS for hosting files and other media. Anything that runs as a server can be run on a VPS.
3. Hosting A Gaming Server
   Have you ever thought of running your game server for your favorite multiplayer games? Well, you can do that too by using Minecraft server hosting.
4. Testing New Environments
   Since dedicated server hosting is expensive, virtual servers can be used as testing grounds for server setups that aren’t ready to go live.
5. Seeding Torrents
   Also known as a seedbox, virtual server hosting can be used exclusively for torrenting. If you torrent frequently, migrating the effort to a remote VPS not only frees up a lot of home bandwidth, but it also allows you to torrent 24/7.
6. Private Backups
   It’s cheaper to use cloud-based storage, but if you’re already using a VPS for some other reason and you have leftover space, you might as well think of it as free file storage for documents and important files.

What Benefits Do I Get When Upgrade To VPS?

1. More Server Resources For Yourself 
   No more sharing when you upgrade from shared hosting to VPS. Expect an increase in server reliability and scalability. VPS also has a better ability to handle sudden heavy workloads.
2. Tighter Server Security 
   When cybercriminals attack a user in a shared hosting environment, every other user in the same environment will suffer the same consequences. Shared hosting is especially sensitive to DDoS attacks. DDoS uses a trial-and-error method to gain a user’s username and password.
3. Full Root Access
   If you need to configure your server, VPS Server Malaysia is the perfect starting place. Given complete root access, the VPS server provides a flexible testing environment for you to run different experiments.

How Do I Pick The Right VPS?

Now that you’re clearer about what you might want to use a cheap VPS for, the next question you should be asking is this:

“How do I pick the most suitable VPS specifications?”

Everyone has a slightly different need. To pick the most suitable VPS cheap plan, first, you must define your requirements by listing down the following:

1. locations of Your Target Customers
2. Estimated Daily Traffic to Your Website
3. How much data storage do you need?
4. What Software(s)/Application(s) Are You Using?

Point 1: locations of Your Target Customers

You must know where your customers are coming from. Are you selling to customers within a local region? Or are you selling to customers worldwide? These two make a very big difference. Why? Latency. High latency is the experience of slow website loading speed when you or your target customers are too far away from the server data center. So, we want to aim for low latency – as low as possible. The general rules of thumb to achieve low latency are:

1. When targeting customers from within a local region, pick a hosting provider that serves within the same local region.
2. When targeting customers globally, use Content Delivery Network to optimize loading speed across global users.

We usually refer to latency as Ping. The higher your Ping, the more lag you experience, thus the slower your website loads. A website that loads slowly puts your online business at a great disadvantage. Why does website loading speed matter? According to Google research in 2018, 53% of mobiles users leave a site that takes longer than 3 seconds to load. What does that mean? You are losing 53% of customers because your website loading is taking more than 3 seconds!  Remember, 3 3-second website loading speed is the new benchmark.

Are you losing customers due to slow website loading? Don’t guess. Check now using this ping test tool!

Point 2: Estimated Daily Traffic to Your Website

It’s easy to know and estimate the number of daily traffic to your website. Set up Google Analytics > Audience > Overview > Custom Date (Date of when the website is established up to today)

The sum of users and new users will tell me the total number of users from Jan 1, 2012, to March 31, 2019. I will need to do some simple math to get the number of average users per day. But, you get the gist.

Generally, users are encouraged to upgrade from shared hosting to VPS hosting when they experience these red lights:

• The website gets more than 10k daily traffic regularly.
• The website is experiencing a longer loading time.

How do we get the number of 10k traffic per day? First, you must understand that a server’s ability to handle massive amounts of traffic depends on several factors concerning server resource specifications. CPU, RAM, Disk used, RAID, etc – they all contribute to making a capable server. You can read and understand more about server resources here. These estimations come from our data – during server load and stress test, and benchmark of current customers’ usage. When performing a server stress test, we load every single server resource to a maximum of 100% capacity to observe how the server can handle load, and how well it scales during heavy usage. Every single one of our deployed servers has passed the stress test. And we are confident that our servers will meet your high demands and expectations.

Point 3: How Much Storage Do You Need?

It depends. Websites that serve videos to users need a bigger amount of storage. Websites that keep a big database will also require a bigger storage. The amount of storage is generally not a big worry, because you can upgrade your storage as you go. However, the type of storage does matter a lot. There are two types of storage in the current market – HDD and SSD. Generally, SDD performs better than HDD in every aspect. SDD has a faster read & write speed, a lower failure rate, and a faster boot-up time. If you want to read an in-depth comparison between SSD and HDD, we have a blog post about that topic here. Given these advantages and the technology that it uses, you’d guess that SSD will be more expensive than HDD, and you’re correct. It all depends on you. Do you prefer quality over quantity? Or vice versa. I’m not very patient. Given the choice, I’d pick an SSD VPS Hosting for its fast read & write speed.

Point 4: What Software(s)/Application(s) Are You Using?

The types of software and/or applications you run on VPS will decide which OS you should be choosing – Windows VPS or Linux VPS. For example, if you are more familiar with the Plesk control panel, it is available on Windows only. cPanel runs on both Windows & Linux. Of course, the control panel is only one contributing factor. List down all the software and/or applications you want to run, that includes database management software, enterprise resource planning software, etc. After that, you should be able to decide which OS is the perfect one for you. If the result comes down to a tie, you might do a more in-depth comparison between the two. Which one is better in terms of performance, security, server access, support, ease of use, and scalability? Read this blog post to find your answer.

How Do I Pick The Right Hosting Provider?

Picking the right hosting provider is important. It saves you a lot of trouble and cost over the long run. Most providers offer similar VPS packages. Then, among a sea of regional providers, which one is the best? A quick search through web hosting forums gave us a solid answer:

Top 3 Must-Have Qualities of A Good Host

1. 24/7/365 On-Demand, Real-Time Support
   On-demand support is increasingly more important. No one can predict when is downtime going to happen. No one knows when users will face difficulty with hosting. A good hosting company can provide quick and easy solutions to their clients.
2. Data Center locations
   Pick a good host that is within the locality of you and your target customer. If you serve customers worldwide, ask your host if they provide the service of CDN.
3. Security
   Almost all hosting companies now proclaim 99.99% uptime. That’s great news. How about data and server security? What measurements do they take to prevent/solve DDoS attacks? How about SSL? Firewall? These are important questions concerning the security of your server and website, as well as your customers’ data.

The market only becomes more competitive. Deploying a good server Malaysia no longer comes at a high cost. If you can get a good VPS at an affordable price, what do you think are the most important qualities of a good hosting provider?

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Let’s dive in!

What Is Solid State Drive (SSD)?

A solid-state drive (SSD) is a storage medium that uses non-volatile memory to access and hold data. It has no moving parts, which gives it top benefits like faster access time, noiseless operation, lower power consumption, and higher reliability. SSDs are suitable replacements for standard hard drives in desktop and laptop computers.

SSDs are ideal for nettops, netbooks, and other devices that require minimal storage. They often use a SATA connection, which has a maximum transfer rate of up to 750 MB/s. The newer generation of SSDs, which connect via PCI Express (PCIe) slots on the motherboard, can achieve speeds of up to 1.5 GB/s. PCIe interfaces can support even higher speeds, up to 4 GB/s, significantly enhancing data transfer rates and overall system performance:

• Improve the operating system.
• Loading a new video game level.
• Opening a huge file in a resource-intensive program.
• Exporting and importing video files.
• Previewing video files in editing software.
• Starting a program.

SSDs help Chrome run smoothly even if 100 tabs are open; the overall RAM is lower, and the video editing software is many years old.

These users will benefit the most from SSD:

• Those who use resource-intensive programs like multimedia editing sources.
• Gamers who want to play anything new.
• Anyone who often copies files from the drive opens it.

SSD Types Include:

SSDs are of the following types:

• SATA SSD: Slower but widely compatible, ideal for older systems.
• NVMe SSD: High-speed storage using PCIe rate for performance-intensive tasks.
• M.2 SSD: Compact SSD that supports SATA or NVMe interface.
• PCie Gen4 SSD: Ultra-fast SSD for gaming apps.

What is a Hard Disk Drive?

A hard disk drive (HDD) is a non-volatile storage device used on desktop computers and laptops. It retains the stored data even when no power is supplied to the device. HDDs use magnetic disks or patterns for storage. They are cost-efficient for longer-term offline storage. 

If a user wants to determine whether their computer has an HDD or an SSD, they can type ‘defragment‘ in the Windows Start search bar and click ‘Defragment and Optimize Drives.’ This will display a list of all connected drives and their types. To view other PC specifications, simply type ‘about‘ in the taskbar search and select ‘About your PC‘.

HDDs are best for many purposes. These users will do just fine with SSD:

• Individuals need to back up and store large amounts of data that they do not frequently access.
• Budget-conscious buyers looking for a cost-effective PC.
• Users with modest computing requirements.

HDD Types:

HDD are of the following types:

• CRM HDD:  Reliable with better performance, ideal for most extensive storage.
• SMR HDD: High data density but slow writes, used in budget drives.
• PMR HDD: Advanced tech for higher density and speed without reliability loss.

What Is The Difference Between SSDs and HDDs?

SSDs and HDDs both allow users to store files but operate differently. HDDs are traditional storage devices that use spinning disks (platters) to read and write data. SSDs employ newer technology, storing data on instantly accessible memory chips. SSDs are smaller, faster, more durable, and consume less energy than HDDs. However, HDDs are generally cheaper, offer more storage capacity, and facilitate easier data recovery in case of damage. Many of the distinctions between SSDs and HDDs stem from these technological advancements.

1. Read Process:

The read process is how HDD vs SSD retrieves data on devices. When the user asks HDD to recover data, a signal is immediately sent to the I/O controller. The controller continues to signal to the actuator arm, telling it where the required data is. By reading charges of bits at the address, the read/write head collects data. An HDD latency measures the time the actuator arm takes to move to the correct track and sector.

SSDs do not have moving parts. When users attempt to retrieve data, the SSD controller finds the data block address and reads changes. If the block is idle, garbage collection continues. This process eradicates inactive blocks, freeing them up for new data storage.

2. Write Process:

HDD vs SSD records new information using the proper process. Every sector in HDDs is in a new locations to store data. When a user has time to save data, the read/write head can access the nearest available locations. Once there, it changes the charge of the necessary bit, which saves the information in binary to track a sector. 

The internal SSD algorithm processes data before writing it, ensuring it is appropriately formatted. When a user changes or rewrites some part of data on an SSD, it must update the entire flash block. First, the SSD copies the old data, and then it is the original block, rewriting the data with changes to the new block. 

SSDs have a lot of extra internal space to move and temporarily duplicate data. However, as a user, you can’t access this additional storage.

3. Performance:

SSDs can run fast and consume less energy than HDDs. Users can move large files; SSDs can copy at upwards of 500 MBps. New SSDs can even go up to 3500 MBps. HDDs can only transfer 30 to 150 MBps. 

SSDs run applications faster and conduct read/write processes at 50 to 250 MBps, while HDDs do 0.1 to 1.7 MBps. HDDs’ speed is limited by platter rotation speed, which is limited to 4200 to 7200 revolutions per minute, making them slower than electronic SSDs.

4. Storage Capacity:

In HDD vs SSD, ample storage capacity is available. It is easier to control more significantly as HDDs are more cost-effective. Data storage on SSDs can cost $0.08 to $0.10 per GB, while HDDs only cost $0.03 to $0.06 per GB.

5. Durability:

SSDs are more durable than HDDs because they have no moving parts, which makes them resistant to physical shock, vibration, and wear. HDDs with spinning platters and moving read/write heads are more prone to mechanical failure over time. Overall, SSDs offer superior durability, especially in environments where physical stress is a concern.

6. Cost:

Solid state drives (SSDs) are more expensive than hard disk drives (HDDs) compared to the cost per gigabyte of storage. This price difference stems from technology in SSDs, which utilize NAND flash memory, which is more costly than magnetic platters in HDDs. 

As a result, SSDs offer faster speed, better durability, and lower power consumption at higher prices. HDDs remain a more budget-friendly option for large storage capacities, making them ideal for bulk storage where speed is less critical. 

7. Mechanical Parts:

HDDs vs SSDs have significant restrictions in their construction. HDDs have many moving parts like spinning platters, actuator arms, and read/write heads, which are essential to store data. SSDs are solid states with no moving parts and depend on NAND flash memory for storing data. They are durable, faster, less prone to failure, or unaffected by physical impacts. SSDs’ solid nature leads to lower operation consumption, high reliability, and quieter operation, making them a perfect choice for performance even though HDDs are still used for affordable, high-capacity storage solutions.

8. Reliability:

HDDs and SSDs are both storage devices used to save and retrieve data, but they handle data recovery differently. SSDs use a more complex method for reading and writing data, which can complicate recovery efforts. Typically, recovering data from a damaged SSD requires the expertise of a specialist. HDDs, while more susceptible to physical and environmental damage such as from humidity, have a more straightforward data recovery process due to their longer-established technology. Conversely, SSDs are more resistant to environmental stress, making them more durable in varying conditions.

Over time, HDDSs are prone to mechanical failures, while SSDs are less prone to sudden mechanical failures.

9. Security And Data Recovery:

SSDs offer better security with features like built-in hardware encryption, but they are more demanding when securing data deletion and recovery due to complex architectures and wear leveling. 

On the other hand, HDDs are more accessible for securing, wiping, and recovering data, as data storage is straightforward. Still, the need for advanced encryption in SSDs makes them less secure overall.

HDD VS SSD: A Comparison

SSDs are generally better than HDDs because they are faster, durable, quieter, and consume less power. However, HDDs are cost-effective for significant storage needs, making them suitable for bulk storage where speed is less critical. SSDs are more costly than HDDs per gigabyte.  

What is a Storage VPS Server?

Specifically, a storage virtual private server (VPS) is a kernel-based virtual machine that shares network resources and hardware with other VPS servers, the standard visual machines of most cloud hosting providers. 

Storage VPS servers are designed to enhance storage and bandwidth capacity, catering to applications that require substantial disk space, intense data transfer, and minimal computing resources. Although these servers primarily use HDD storage, they are equipped with an SSD caching layer to speed up data read operations. Storage VPS servers are provisioned automatically through a comprehensive multi-step system, ensuring a secure and clean server setup each time. Additionally, users can deploy a storage repair server within 2 to 10 minutes.

The primary difference between VPS hosting using HDDs and SSDs lies in the type of storage technology each employs. SSD-based VPS hosting utilizes solid-state drives, which provide significantly faster data access and loading times compared to traditional hard disk drives used in standard VPS hosting. This speeds up faster data access and loading time, improving overall performance for hosted applications and websites. SSD VPS offers faster performance, lower latency, and better reliability but at a higher cost than standard VPS.

Cloud storage VPS servers are built on hourly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual billing cycles. Users can order storage repair services automatically through API and client portals. Several operating systems are available for cheap storage VPS servers: Ubuntu (18.04, 20.04, 22.04), CentOS-7, Debian (9.10, 11), AlmaLinux (8), and OpenSUSE (Leap 15).

Key Feature Of A Storage VPS Hosting:

Critical features of high-storage VPS hosting include:

1. High Storage Capacity:

High-storage VPS  plans offer more storage than regular VPS, ranging from hundreds of gigabytes to several terabytes. This is ideal for individuals or digital marketing businesses storing large files, backups, databases, and multimedia content.

2. Storage Type:

The storage in these VPS storage servers is based on DDS for higher capacity at a lower cost or faster data access, but usually at a higher price. Some storage VPS offers a balance between speed and capacity.

3. Dedicated resources:

Like other VPS storage servers, VPS also provides dedicated CPU, RAM, and storage sources isolated for different users on the same physical servers. This gives consistent performance and reliability, essential for managing a large volume of data.

4. Scalability:

Storage VPS plans are scalable and allow users to increase the space and other resources as data storage needs grow, making them a flexible option for dynamic data requirements.

5. Security: 

Security is the best feature for proposed data protection measures, like encryption and regular backup. The isolated environment of VPS storage servers enhances security by using exposure abilities that affect the shared hosting environment.

6. Cost efficiency: 

While more expensive than hosting storage, VPS is more effective than a dedicated server. It provides a middle ground for those who need that storage without the high cost of an entire server.

Overall, a storage VPS is a customized solution tailored for those who need substantial storage capabilities with the added benefits of VPS technology, such as dedicated resources, scalability, and enhanced security.

Best VPS Storage Providers

Some of the best VPS storage providers are as follows:

1. VPS Malaysia:

VPS Malaysia is one of the best VPS hosting providers in Malaysia, offering suitable pricing. It provides highly customizable plans that allow users to tailor CPU, RAM, and storage resources to their needs and ensure optimal performance. Additionally, it offers robust security features, reliable customer support, and the best pricing plans suitable for businesses that need ideal VPS hosting.

2. Dreamhost: 

Dreamhost provides managed VPS hosting and is well regarded for its hundred percent uptime guarantee and ease of use. However, it offers only Linux cloud storage servers, Linux OS support, and data centers in the US, which is ideal for users outside North America.

3. Shinjiru:

Shinjiru is a local Malaysian provider that offers reliable VPS hosting with data centers in Malaysia. It is known for its security features and customer support. It is also a good choice for those looking to host within Malaysia.

4. Exabyte Malaysia:

Exabyte Malaysia is a well-established hosting provider known for its services and customer satisfaction. It offers various VPS plans catering to different needs, making it a solid option for local hosting.

To get more storage on VPS, there are a few options:

• Purchase additional storage for the VPS host. This is one of the best and most expensive options, but due to the convenient hosting, the provider will handle all the necessary upgrades.
• Use cloud services slowly or block storage options. If the user needs additional storage for accessing frequent files or wants to scale storage up or down as required, block-level storage or outsourcing to third-party cloud hosting services is also the best fit.
• Use a content delivery network if the user needs to serve a large amount of content, like videos or images, for a global audience.
• The easiest method is to upgrade to a higher-tier hosting plan. Contact the VPS host support team once you have outgrown the server environment.

Conclusion

The primary difference between HDD vs SSD is that solid-state drives store data in integrated circuits, while HDDs store data magnetically through spinning discs. They can be compared in speed, adaptability, user experience, and technical modality.

The hard disc drive (HDD) is commonly used to store data, and a moving read/write function is used to access it. HDDs are the traditional type of storage data in computer devices. At the same time, SSDs are faster, have no motion, and are an efficient secondary storage device that stores data by flash memory. Have any questions? Ask in the comment section below!

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Access computers remotely with Remote Desktop.

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Select “Start” or the start globe. Choose “Control Panel,” select “User Accounts,”

Step 2

Select the account you want to change the password

Step 3

Select “Change the password”

Step 4

Type your current password and type your new password, select “Change password” to continue.

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This tutorial will help you determine whether and how many MT4 terminals you can use on the same VPS. It’s essential to strike the correct balance between having enough strength to trade efficiently and not overtaxing your system. So, let’s move into trading and VPS servers together!

Using MT4 Terminals for Trading

MetaTrader 4 terminals are computer applications that enable traders to purchase and sell stocks, money, and items. They assist traders with market trend analysis, trade execution, and account management. MT4 terminals are popular because they are simple and provide various features such as charts, indicators, and automated trading.

Why Does Having Many Terminals Help?

Having more than one MT4 terminal lets traders try different trading plans simultaneously. Each terminal can be used for a specific plan, like quick trades, regular trades, or long-term investing. Trying different plans helps lower risks and find more chances to make money, as other plans work better in different market situations.

Challenges of Using Many Terminals

One challenge is having enough computer power, such as how fast the computer works and how much memory it has, to run many terminals without problems. Running many terminals can be challenging and take time, as traders must carefully watch trades, account balances, and market situations.

Also, internet problems or the trading server not working can affect all terminals simultaneously, which can stop trading. Even though using many MT4 terminals gives traders more options and helps lower risks, traders need to be ready for these technical problems and have sound systems to handle them.

How Many MT4 On VPS?

A few things below will affect how many MT4 on VPS allows you to run:

• The amount of symbols you received from the data.
• The number of charts you run on each MT4
• The number of indicators on each chart
• The number of EAs on each MetaTrader 4
• The number of open trades your EAs concurrently manage on average
• The CPU intensive for your EAs or indicators

Depending on each client’s overall configuration, a conservative guideline is 2-4 terminals (with a handful of charts) per CPU core.

Do not overload your VPS CPU usage, and leave the CPU open for very active market sessions with higher CPU demands.

Optimizing performance should allow your MT4 terminals to run more. Always seek support if you need help optimizing your VPS MT4 terminals.

Run each MT4 VPS server on a VPS as “lean” as possible, running only precisely what is needed.

Hiding symbols you know you will not trade is recommended to save memory and CPU usage.

You can monitor the VPS CPU usage by opening Window Task Manager (CTRL + SHIFT + ESC). Maintaining your CPU usage below 80% is also recommended to allow for usage spikes.

It is crucial to monitor VPS Memory (RAM) when you have a VPS by opening Window Task Manager (CTRL + SHIFT + ESC). Under the Performance tab, ensure the “Available” and “Free” fields are not running lower than 150 MB. Do request an update with our support to request more memory for your VPS.

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Benefits of Running Multiple MT4 Terminals

Here’s a more straightforward explanation of why it’s good to use more than one MT4 terminal for trading:

1. More Ways to Trade

Using multiple MetaTrader 4 for Forex trading is very helpful and allows traders to use different trading strategies simultaneously. They can trade forex, stocks, and commodities simultaneously, which helps them adjust to market changes and spread out their risks.

2. Better Use of Resources

Traders can set up multiple MT4 accounts on one VPS and can use their resources more efficiently. This means they can use the VPS’s power, memory, and bandwidth more efficiently, leading to faster trades and smoother performance.

3. Backup Plans

Having multiple MetaTrader 4 terminals means traders have backups in case something goes wrong. If one terminal has a problem, they can use the others to keep trading without issues. They can also use one terminal as a backup for another, so they’re always prepared for unexpected events.

Future Trends and Developments

Future Trends and Developments in Trading Technology and MT4 Terminals:

1. Changes in Trading Technology and VPS Usage

As technology gets better, how we trade also changes. Traders might need more advanced tools to keep up. Virtual Private Servers will likely grow because traders need faster and more reliable trade methods.

They’ll depend more on VPS to make trades quickly and without problems. Utilizing a reliable VPS can facilitate your Forex trading. As AI and machine learning improve, trading algorithms will become more innovative. These algorithms will need more power and resources from VPS providers to work well.

2. Advancements in MT4 Terminal Architecture

MetaTrader 4 terminals might get updates to match traders’ needs. These updates could make them faster, work better, and be more compatible with different devices. Developers might make MT4 terminals easier to use and customize so traders can change the platform to fit their needs. Integrating new technologies like blockchain or cloud computing could make MT4 terminals more secure and perform better.

3. Emerging Tools and Solutions for Managing Multiple Terminals

More traders are using multiple MT4 terminals on one VPS. New tools and solutions might make managing and monitoring these terminals easier. Traders might see user-friendly dashboards or software that give them insights into how each terminal is performing.

Automation tools could help with tasks like updating software or managing resources so that traders can spend more time on their trading strategies.

Conclusion

In conclusion, using multiple MT4 terminals on a VPS can be a smart choice for traders. It helps them trade better faster and try different strategies. Pick a good VPS provider and set things up to get the most from your trading.

Keep watching for new trends and tech in trading to stay ahead. The goal is to make trading easier and earn more money.

FAQs

How many MT4s can run on VPS?

The 2,048 MB VPS for MT4, functions akin to a robust computer, capable of seamlessly handling six MT4 instances concurrently, with a potential for seven. You can also use it for 20 robots, including the charts, and four running MT4s with one for backtest. But remember, it’s important not to have more than 10 MT4s running simultaneously on any type of VPS!

Can I open multiple MT4 terminals?

You can have numerous trading accounts to expand your company, but only one account can be actively signed into on MT4/5 at a time. If you wish to access all of your trading accounts simultaneously, you will need to install several versions of MT4 or MT5.

Is VPS good for forex trading?

Virtual Private Servers, or VPS, can help you grow your business by allowing you to trade autonomously and use trading bots. With VPS, you can enjoy lower latency, which means faster trade execution and better uptime for your trading activities.

Why You Should Run MetaTrader 4 on a Forex VPS

Running MetaTrader 4 on a Forex VPS ensures uninterrupted trading, lightning-fast execution, and enhanced security. It eliminates downtime, minimizes latency, and safeguards against power outages, giving traders a competitive edge.

How many MT4s I can run on my VPS androids?

Prudent advice indicates allocating 2-4 MetaTrader 4/5 terminals, each with a few charts, consistent with CPU middle. However, the real suitability may also vary based totally on client configurations. It’s crucial to keep away from overburdening your VPS CPU usage and reserve enough CPU ability, specifically at some stage in tremendously active marketplace sessions that impose more CPU demands.

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