VPS Hosting Articles

The gap between shared hosting’s limitations and dedicated server costs leaves most growing businesses in a critical decision zone. VPS hosting solves this dilemma by delivering isolated resources, enhanced security, and root-level control—but only if you understand which configuration matches your actual needs. Our VPS hosting articles reveal the technical triggers that signal it’s time to upgrade, how to avoid over-provisioning costly resources, and the architecture differences that impact your site’s reliability under traffic spikes. Stop gambling with your infrastructure’s future. Explore InMotion’s VPS Hosting plans designed to scale with your business.

How to Set Up a VPS Server: A Complete Guide for 2026

Updated on May 15, 2026 Carrie Smaha

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Transitioning from shared hosting to a Virtual Private Server (VPS) provides improved performance, enhanced security, and greater control over your website environment. While setting up a VPS requires more technical knowledge than shared hosting, this comprehensive guide walks you through the entire process, from selecting a hosting provider and operating system to optimizing performance.

Pros and Cons of cPanel on VPS

Updated on May 14, 2025 Carrie Smaha

cPanel streamlines VPS management through an intuitive GUI, offering comprehensive tools for web hosting, email, databases, and DNS administration. While perfect for beginners with its automation capabilities and Softaculous integration, experienced users may find it restrictive due to proprietary limitations and non-standard file organization. Consider your technical expertise, customization needs, and budget – cPanel licensing adds costs but potentially saves money by consolidating multiple websites. For growing businesses, cPanel VPS offers superior control and scalability compared to reseller hosting.

InMotion Hosting Elevates Server Security with Monarx Partnership

Posted on November 18, 2024 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.

InMotion Hosting Upgrades VPS Plans for Superior Performance

Posted on April 22, 2024 Jennifer Fan

InMotion Hosting now offers increased RAM, advanced SSD storage options, and expanded bandwidth on its VPS Hosting plans as of April 22nd, 2024. These updates aim to provide better performance for new customers at competitive prices.

The Differences Between Managed VPS vs Unmanaged VPS Hosting

Updated on February 2, 2026 Nikki Ryan

managed vs unmanaged vps hosting, fully explained

Managed VPS hosting offers simplicity, professional oversight, and optimized performance for users who prefer a hands-off experience. Unmanaged VPS hosting gives experienced users maximum control, flexibility, and customization freedom, with the tradeoff of handling all system management tasks independently. Understanding these differences helps you choose the VPS hosting model that matches your technical comfort level, budget, and growth plans.

What is Next.js?

Updated on January 23, 2024 Nikki Ryan

Next.js has emerged as a powerful and versatile framework that simplifies the process of building robust and scalable web applications. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting your coding journey, Next.js offers a delightful development experience, combining the best of React with server-side rendering and an intuitive routing system. Get ready to unlock a new level of efficiency and performance in your web development endeavors!

InMotion Hosting Upgrades VPS Hosting Plans to NVMe SSD Storage for Higher Performance

Posted on May 6, 2022 Carrie Smaha

InMotion Hosting is bolstering its VPS hosting options yet again, this time in the form of a high-performance, ultra-reliable NVMe SSD VPS plan.

After upgrading its VPS hosting options to include unlimited bandwidth and three free dedicated IP addresses last year, InMotion Hosting is now adding even more value to its VPS 16 vCPU hosting plan by provisioning new customers on top-of-the-line NVMe servers.

Top Programming Languages & Frameworks for VPS

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

Modern VPS platforms allow for users to leverage popular programming languages and frameworks to perform a wide variety of tasks. Applications can be written in languages such as Javascript, and websites can be written in languages such as HTML, CSS, and PHP. In this article, we will discuss some of the most popular programming languages and frameworks you can use on a VPS.

InMotion Hosting vs Hostinger VPS Hosting

Updated on January 7, 2026 Guest Contributor

If you are searching for VPS Hosting, you are likely weighing your options.

A lot of people like to compare InMotion Hosting vs Hostinger VPS Hosting, but when you compare the two side by side, Hostinger just does not stack up.

WordPress Hosting vs WordPress VPS: Which is Right for You?

Updated on January 29, 2026 InMotion Hosting

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If you are new to WordPress, or an experienced WordPress administrator, it’s important that you choose the type of web hosting that’s best for you and your business. InMotion Hosting offers both a

What is Webmin?

Updated on December 9, 2024 InMotion Hosting

Webmin is a free, open-source application for Linux server administration. If you prefer to manage all aspects of your Linux VPS or dedicated server from a graphical interface instead of the command line interface (CLI), Webmin might be right for you.

cPanel Managed VPS vs Cloud Server Hosting

Updated on May 13, 2025 InMotion Hosting

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As your business expands, the need to scale your web hosting becomes increasingly evident. Two prominent options may stand out to you: cPanel Managed VPS and Cloud Server Hosting. Each offers unique features and benefits tailored to different needs and preferences. Understanding the differences between these two solutions is important for anyone looking to start their online journey or upgrad their current hosting.

Making the Most of Linux Cloud Server Hosting

Updated on January 23, 2024 InMotion Hosting

After talking with a system administrator (sysadmin) about Managed VPS Hosting, I wanted to ask someone else about unmanaged, Linux cloud servers. We generally recommend the cloud server to advanced Linux users who are comfortable in the command-line interface (CLI), or terminal. But sometimes, the best way to learn something is to just go for it and learn as you go.

Making the Most of Managed VPS Hosting

Updated on May 21, 2026 John Joseph

Discover how to maximize your managed VPS hosting with advice from InMotion’s seasoned Linux system administrator. Learn essential first steps like enabling 2FA, setting strong passwords, and disabling unused services. Explore advanced tools for monitoring, automation, and security—from Ansible to web application firewalls. Whether you’re managing cPanel servers or considering cloud hosting, this insider perspective reveals the technical prerequisites and practical workflows that separate VPS novices from power users.

VPS Uses Besides Hosting Websites

Updated on July 30, 2025 Nikki Ryan

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Web hosting is usually for websites. Linux VPS hosting can also be used for email, and file sharing. It’s often for reseller hosting solutions with a user control panel. But what if you don’t need your website anymore? Maybe you transferred your business and WordPress website to another owner. Maybe your college capstone project is complete. For one reason or another, you may find yourself using a VPS for some purpose other than hosting a website.