Understanding Web Hosting Terminology

Web hosting comes with its own set of terminology that can be quite confusing for beginners. Here are some key terms you'll encounter as you manage your BoostedHost account:

1. Domain Name: This is the address of your website that people type in the browser's URL bar to visit your website (e.g., www.yourwebsite.com).

2. Hosting (or Web Hosting): This is a service provided by BoostedHost where we store your website files on our servers, making your site accessible on the internet.

3. Shared Hosting: A hosting plan where multiple websites share the same server resources. It's a cost-effective option for small websites and blogs.

4. WordPress Hosting: A hosting plan optimized for WordPress-powered websites. It often includes one-click WordPress installations, automatic updates, and other WordPress-specific features.

5. Reseller Hosting: A plan that allows you to sell hosting services to your own clients. You purchase hosting resources from BoostedHost and allocate them to your clients as you see fit.

6. CMS (Content Management System): A software like WordPress that makes it easy to manage and update your website without needing to know how to code.

7. DNS (Domain Name System): This system translates domain names (like www.yourwebsite.com) into IP addresses that computers can understand.

8. Name Servers: These are part of the DNS. They direct internet traffic to the right location on a web host's servers.

9. SSL Certificate (Secure Sockets Layer): This is a digital certificate that provides authentication for a website and enables an encrypted connection. It's essential for protecting your site's visitors' information.

If you come across any terms that you're unsure about, our support team at BoostedHost is always ready to help you.