Dedicated vs Non-Dedicated Servers: What You Need to Know Updated on March 10, 2025 by Jennifer Fan A reliable online presence isn’t optional—it’s critical for business success. Beyond website design and branding, the foundation of your site matters just as much: choosing the right server. This guide compares the difference between dedicated and non-dedicated servers. We break down their pros, cons, and ideal use cases. Gain the insights you need to choose the best hosting solution for your website or business. Continue reading –>
InMotion Hosting Elevates Server Security with Monarx Partnership Posted on November 18, 2024 by Jennifer Fan InMotion Hosting has partnered with Monarx, a leader in website and server security, which delivers robust, malware detection and protection modes to its VPS Hosting and Dedicated Server customers. This partnership enhances security by providing real-time threat detection and elimination. Continue reading –>
Why GoDaddy Dedicated Servers Are Discontinuing For VPS Posted on August 16, 2024 by Robert Hood In a surprising move, GoDaddy announced that they will be exiting the Dedicated Server Hosting market. GoDaddy is ending the sale of new dedicated servers and forcing current customers to either move to one of their VPS servers or find a new hosting provider. This decision could signal bigger changes in the market, with more hosts focusing on virtualization and reselling hosting. Continue reading –>
InMotion Hosting Introduces the Extreme Server: High Performance Meets High Capacity Storage at an Affordable Price Posted on August 5, 2024 by Jennifer Fan InMotion Hosting doubles the NVMe storage capacity of its Elite server with the addition of its new Extreme Dedicated Server. InMotion Hosting, a leading provider of web hosting solutions, is excited to announce the launch of the Extreme server, a new addition to its dedicated hosting offerings. Designed to bridge the gap between its standard dedicated servers and commercial class servers, the Extreme server provides customers with more storage at an accessible price point. Continue reading –>
InMotion Hosting Unveils CC-4000 Dedicated Server Plan: The Ultimate Solution for Commercial-Class Hosting Posted on June 24, 2024 by Jennifer Fan InMotion Hosting is setting a new standard with the launch of its latest top-tier commercial-class plan, the CC-4000 Dedicated Server. The CC-4000 redefines commercial hosting for enterprise-level businesses and high-traffic websites. Continue reading –>
InMotion Hosting’s New Large Deployment Enterprise Solutions Posted on June 21, 2024 by Robert Hood Here at InMotion Hosting we understand the importance of reliable, customizable, and high-performance hosting solutions. To meet these demands, we are excited to announce our new line of Dedicated Hosting for Large Deployments, designed for robust and scalable hosting solutions. Continue reading –>
Unveiling LOM with KVM Switches at InMotion Hosting Posted on January 22, 2024 by Robert Hood Greetings, digital enthusiasts! As a computer hardware expert with a keen eye for Dedicated Web Hosting, I’m thrilled to guide you through the realm of Lights-Out Management (LOM) using KVM (Keyboard, Video, and Mouse) switches. In this post, we’ll explore the synergy of LOM with KVM switches and explore how InMotion Hosting harnesses this powerhouse combination to elevate your control over your web hosting environment. Continue reading –>
Bare Metal Servers vs. Virtual Machines Updated on December 18, 2025 by BradM Bare metal servers vs virtual machines is a choice between control and flexibility. Bare metal delivers predictable performance, isolation, and cost efficiency at scale. Virtual machines prioritize speed, scalability, and lower operational overhead. The smartest teams use both: deploying bare metal where performance protects revenue, and VMs where agility keeps teams moving fast. The choice between bare metal servers and virtual machines can be an important decision for businesses and IT professionals. Each approach comes with its own set of advantages and trade-offs, influencing performance, scalability, and resource utilization. Continue reading –>
What is a Hypervisor? Updated on January 7, 2026 by BradM A hypervisor, also known as a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM), is a software or firmware layer that enables the virtualization of physical computer hardware. Its primary function is to create and manage virtual machines (VMs) on a single physical host. These virtual machines act as independent, isolated instances, each running its own operating system and applications. Continue reading –>
3 Ways Bare Metal Servers Improve Security Updated on August 27, 2024 by BradM In an era dominated by digitization and interconnectedness, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated. Organizations of all sizes are under constant threat from cyberattacks, data breaches, and other security vulnerabilities. As a response to these challenges, the concept of bare metal servers has gained prominence as a way to bolster security measures. In this article, we take a closer look at baremetal servers and explore why they are considered more secure compared to their virtualized counterparts. Continue reading –>
What is a Bare Metal Server? Pros and Cons Updated on January 28, 2026 by BradM Most hosting providers won’t tell you this because bare metal and dedicated servers are often the exact same hardware—the real difference lies in who controls your server. While competitors perpetuate costly myths about superior specs and flexible billing, the actual choice determines whether you’ll need a full IT team or can rely on expert management for your mission-critical infrastructure. Bare metal dedicated servers are gaining popularity amongst businesses for their distinctive approach to providing computing resources, but what exactly are they? Instead of purchasing a pre-configured server with cPanel and WHM already installed, Bare Metal Servers offer you the opportunity to customize the Dedicated Server to suit your individual needs. If your workload is latency-sensitive, data-intensive, or compliance-bound, bare metal can deliver steadier performance and simpler isolation than shared cloud VMs. Continue reading –>
InMotion Hosting Expands Dedicated Servers with New Plans & Upgrades Posted on January 11, 2023 by Jennifer Fan InMotion Hosting is excited to offer two new Dedicated Server plans and hardware upgrades to our line of Dedicated Servers. Dedicated Hosting customers may now choose from two new plans: Aspire and CC-3000. Continue reading –>
What is a Form Factor in Computers? Updated on January 6, 2026 by InMotion Hosting While it is helpful to understand the internal components of a computer such as the CPU, GPU, and motherboard, it is also helpful to understand the various types of form factors used for modern computer systems. The form factor describes the overall shape and size of a computer or server and generally relates to the overall function of the device. In this article we will explore various computer form factors and discuss their uses. Continue reading –>
Understanding How to Get a Dedicated Server for Gaming Updated on January 6, 2026 by InMotion Hosting While most modern online video games provide their own servers, some games such as Minecraft or Valheim allow users to create servers on 3rd party services. By creating your own dedicated gaming server, you can set up a persistent online gaming environment for you and your friends to use whenever you want. In this article, we will discuss the purpose of dedicated gaming servers and explore some of the benefits of setting up your own server. Continue reading –>
Data Center Automation Overview Updated on May 3, 2024 by InMotion Hosting While reading about current web hosting technologies, you have likely seen mention of automation being used in data center operations. Data center automation is becoming increasingly popular for large-scale data centers and offers clear benefits for both hosting providers and end users. By automating the deployment of operating systems, software packages, and server configurations you can increase productivity, reduce overhead, and provide a more reliable experience overall. In this article we will explore the concept of data center automation and discuss some of the benefits of automating data center operations. Continue reading –>