Debian is an Operating System that uses the Linux kernel. Although it is usually installed on personal computers, it is being used on more and more web servers too. The reason is that it is really stable, so a server running it won't need to be restarted for months. Debian is also considered to be among the most secure Operating Systems nowadays, since security patches are released within days after an issue is discovered. This is possible since thousands of well-trained developers are working for the Debian project on a voluntary basis and not only do they work on the OS itself, but they also provide 24/7 support by using special e-mail lists and respond within 20 min to any question. In this light, you'll receive top-notch support directly from the developers who know their own platform in depth, and not from a third-party support team. Debian is also one of the Linux distributions with the highest number of packages - over 30,000. As the Operating System is completely free to use, you're able to modify both the core as well as any of the packages in any way you see fit. In addition, you will not have to pay any license fees.
Debian in VPS Hosting
You're able to choose the Debian Operating System with each and every virtual private server package that we offer. 32-bit and 64-bit releases of the OS are among the options that you'll find on the order page, so you can pick the one that is more suitable for the software that you'd like to install and run later. A Debian-powered VPS can be set up either without Control Panel or with our custom Hepsia Control Panel. In the first case, you will have more freedom, because you will have full root access and you will be able to make use of the advantages and the full functionality supplied by Debian. In the second case, the root access is restricted, but you are able to manage your world wide web content via a web interface, not a console. In case you don't have a lot of time to take care of your Debian-powered server, or in case you don't have much experience, you are able to add the Managed Services upgrade to your plan and our admins will handle the regular OS updates.
Debian in Dedicated Web Hosting
Each and every dedicated server that we provide can be set up with Debian and we'll test the software environment in detail before we hand over your server in order to make sure that it will perform properly. You're able to choose the 32-bit or the 64-bit Debian version during the signup process, so that the apps which you install can get the maximum out of your server. We will also keep your OS up-to-date when you add the additional Managed Services package to your plan. In case you order your Debian-driven server without a website hosting Control Panel, you can do anything you want with your machine and you'll have full root-level access, however you will need to be more experienced, as all of the tasks will be performed using a Secure Shell console. If you acquire your Debian-driven server with the Hepsia web hosting Control Panel, you'll receive a web interface, via which you'll be able to manage domains, files, databases, and many others, and this might be a better option in case you aren't very experienced, but a specific app that you intend to use requires Debian. You'll have access to your Hepsia-equipped server through SSH as well, however the things which you're able to do will be restricted.