Which is the best?

Elloh everyone,

I am trying to find a good host, but there are so many choices and websites, I have no idea which is better. I searched the internet for about 2 weeks now looking at other sites recommending people to register (or host) with a certain company but I think they are just bsing and getting paid for it.

> I am looking for both domain registrar (no more) and host <

The website will have a forum, most likely from phpBB or vbulletin, I am also not going to be cheap, but not full on the throttle as well. I am willing to put a reasonable amount into this provided that I get a lot of features, and possibly with less downtime.

The reason, I am bringing this question to Sythe is because I know, many people have done it or at least know about it.

I am not experienced or have done this sort of work before, people did tell me try out the free stuff first but the thing is I don't have time and I would rather start now. So if anyone is going to give me advice, please provide some explanation.

If you want to get a hold of me, please PM me (I will add you from there), as I barely go on MSN.

Much appreciated,
Prostakes



EDIT - *UPDATES:

Registered domain with www.yola.com

 

I'd recommend hosting with iPage and domain registration with Namecheap.

 

Namecheap is a good choice for a domain registrar. They also offer hosting plans. From looking at iPage, it looks like their hosting plan gives you a free domain, so it may not be a bad choice either.

For the site you're looking to make, any of these companies hosting will be adequate, at least until you start gaining a lot of traffic.

 

Hey thanks for the recommendation but I checked both of their reviews and they are known for massive downtime and other problems related to customer support and payments.

IPage - Reviewed site:

Code:

http://webhostinggeeks.com/user-reviews/index2.php?pg=4&item_id=72&sort=review.id&order=DESC&PHPSESSID=2a694aa5c0246b75997a5f3c72cb6817

NAMECHEAP - Reviewed site:

Code:

http://www.webhostingreviews.com/namecheap-reviews.htm

Any other recommendations?

 

If you're worried about downtown, stay away from dreamhost. You may come across that company in your search. Dreamhost is one of the worst hosting/domain registrars I have ever come across.

As for hosting, I have exactly what you need (I can't believe I forgot about this company). ASmallOrange (asmallorange.com). They have amazing hosting and I think they might also provide domain registrations. I've used them and so has a good friend of mine and there are no complaints. I also use them for the company I work for.

 

No, they only provide hosting services but I am looking at it regardless, if it's as good as you say it is, I think I will choose them.

Also what do you guys think about: www.yola.com // www.webs.com ?

 

Now looking for a good hosting company, my budget is up to $20/month.

 

Maybe http://www.hostgator.com/shared.shtml

 

Lol, I checked them out as well, and they are not reliable at all. I have been at it and so far the only reliable hosting company I found was www.webair.com, and their plans are over the top.

 

www.hosting24.com

I use them. Very cheap and excellent uptime

 

I am checking it out, but it seems like they are good for small websites with a few users.

 

Well for a budget under $10 you will have a hard time finding a reliable host.

 

after all i am the best ..................

 

I added you on your MSN/gmail, could you get online?

 

HostGator is actually one of the most reliable web hosts on the internet, with possibly the best support staff you can find.

You should try http://www.freehostia.com/, it has everything you're looking for. Get a cheap domain from either namecheap, or see if Register still has that $5 domain deal going on and get one there.