Virtual Hosting

Service Description & Pricing

Tibus offers a full range of Virtual Hosting services for websites and databases built for the LINUX and Microsoft environments. We have been hosting websites for NI businesses since 1996 and understand the need to take a flexible approach to support and advice - depending upon the level of technical expertise in your team.

A Virtual Server combines the affordability of a shared hosting environment with the flexibility and control offered by a dedicated server. It is ideal for businesses that have large or unusual web, email or application hosting requirements - but have no desire to invest thousands of euro in dedicated hosting hardware.

Rather than simply reselling services, we own and manage all our equipment in our own Data Centre - so we can guarantee both the reliability and security of our service. Our hosting packages have been designed specifically with the needs of local businesses and public sector organisations in mind.

Our hosting services are flexible, cost-effective and fully supported by our own friendly, knowledgeable Hosting team.


	Linux/Open Source Hosting		Microsoft-based Hosting
	Recommended Linux Hosting	Alternative Linux options	Recommended Microsoft Hosting	Alternative Microsoft options
Operating System	Linux Ubuntu	Debian Squeeze, Cent OS 6, Redcat, Zimbra, Jboss	Windows 2008	Windows 2000, Windows 2003, Windows XP
Web Server	Apache2	Apache2	IIS 7	IIS 6, Apache2, Tomcat 5, Tomcat 6
Database	Mysql 5	Mysql 4	MSSQL 2008 Express	MSSQL 2005, MSSQL 2000, MSSQL 2008,R2, MySQL 4, MySQL 5
Languages	PHP 5.3	PHP 4 or PHP 5	ASP / .net 3.5, ASP/ .net4 or PHP 5	ASP / .net 1, ASP / .net 2 or PHP 5
Included bandwidth allowance	500GB
Other features included	Daily Backups
	Anti Virus
	FTP Access
	SSL Support
Support	Unlimited Online/ via email and on the phone
Storage	50GB
Set-up charge	£75		£75
Monthly charge	£60*		£90*
Additonal storage	Upgrades in 10GB packages £12 per month
More bandwidth	250GB extra throughout £12 per month
Extra processors	Each additional CPU £12 per month
Additional RAM	Each 1GB stick £12 per month
Database	MS SQL Enterprise Edition £195 per month

^{*Billed annually via Direct Debit}

Your business benefits

Host multiple sites or applications on your own Virtual Server
Complete control of the web hosting environment through a dedicated interface with full root access
Virtual Server offers much higher levels of resiliency than Shared Hosting
Industry-leading levels of reliability – allowing your customers and partners to use your website whenever they choose
We own and manage our own Hosting facility, guaranteeing reliability and security of your websites
Clear pricing – giving you annual budget certainty with no hidden extras
Approachable, available support based in Belfast: one simple local number. No wasted time waiting in long Call Centre queues
Knowledgeable advice and fast resolution. Our team owns each query personally
Fully-scalable. You can easily upgrade this service for no extra charge

Transferring from another provider

Transferring your Hosting requirements to Tibus is simple and straightforward. Many companies are making the change from large general providers or Data Centres to specialist business ISPs and we have developed a process specifically for this.

You won’t encounter any downtime and if you prefer, Tibus will make all necessary technical changes on your behalf. We will pro-actively project-manage the process - offering you peace-of-mind and allowing you to get on with running your core business. This transfer service is included within the set-up charge.

Billing

All services are charged on a monthly subscription basis and are subject to a 12-month minimum term. Payment is in advance, normally via Direct Debit or Credit Card. All prices exclude VAT.

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