Internet Solutions (IS), a leading converged communications service provider, has announced its Virtual Server Hosting solution using Microsoft Virtual Server 2005.
Enabling the concurrent hosting of multiple operating systems on a single physical server, users who need cost-effective hosting solutions for small FTP, Web site or development environments that do not require a dedicated platform will benefit from the solution.
Each virtual server can run its own programs and applications; have its own domain name and IP address; and appear to the user as a dedicated server.
"Up to now users who needed either smaller server space or temporary development servers, would still like a fully managed, redundant, fault-tolerant environment, connected directly to a fast network. Hosting on the IS virtual server will afford clients connectivity and facilities normally associated with dedicated hosting, while leveraging off a syndicated platform to benefit from significant cost savings," says Sean Nourse, Manager of IS Hosting Solutions.
IS Virtual Hosting is an economical solution for businesses looking to establish an inexpensive online presence. The main advantage is derived from the cost savings of servers being shared with other customers. Multiple operating systems run concurrently on a single physical server, providing for much more effective use of the underlying hardware. This allows IS to portion a section of the server for a client`s dedicated use, as well as offer the same economies of scale commonly found only in larger corporate solutions.
Solution highlights:
* Unique IP address
* Firewall protection
* Largest online business community
* Fully managed: monitoring, 24x7 support, backups, Web statistics, management and Microsoft software rental are some of the value-added services that IS Hosting has to offer
* Support and hi-tech skills
* Business continuity features ensure maximum availability
* Service information integrated into the IS Customer Zone IS Virtual Server is available immediately.
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Internet Solutions (IS) has transformed its business model and become a leading converged communications service provider in the country.
The business was founded on the principle of developing a robust infrastructure in order for corporates to conduct e-business. Over the past decade IS has established itself as a leader in this space, attracting over 80% of SA`s top businesses as clients.
During its 10-year life span, IS has evolved and grown its service offerings. Today, the company is the leading hosting service provider and security service provider in SA, as well as having significant market share in the virtual private network and application service provider space.
Internet Solutions, with an Empowerdex BBB rating, has earned an impressive collection of accolades, including eight First National Bank "Most Admired" awards, two Financial Mail Best Company to Work For awards, a place in the Top Unlisted Company Awards, first place in the ISP category for ComputerWeek Strategist`s Best of Breed IT Awards 2004, and 8th in the Top ICT Companies, 2005.
The company partners with major players such as Cisco, Microsoft, Oracle, BT and AT&T, and in 2002 was certified as a Cisco Managed Security Service Provider, the first and only company outside of the US to be awarded this accolade. For more, visit www.is.co.za.
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