E-commerce website - hosting requirements?

Question

Hi

I'm planning to create an e-commerce site using x-cart and I'm wondering if there are any requirements for how it is hosted...

Will I need a dedicated server? Or will a shared server be just as good? I know I'll need an SSL certificate but again - shared or dedicated? Any info you can give me would be great.

Thanks.

Answer 1

Jaaames, I found a large online list of personal website hosting services. http://www.findwebsitehost.com Finding a local webhosting service might have advantages since you can visit their facility in case something goes wrong.

Answer 2

Don't waste your monry on dedicated servers. It's really unnecessary. Shared web hosting services are not only cheaper, but also more easy-to-use. I run 2 business websites through my shared web host (inmotion) for over 3 yrs now, and have never had a single problem with them.

Take a look at: http://threehosts.atspace.com/business There you can reach the three reputable companies that are leaders in the E-commerce web hosting industry.  They offer domain, hosting, ssl, shopping carts...

Answer 3

Shared server should be fine, I used Godaddy when  was selling things online you should look into their plans because they have a plan that includes an ssl cirtificate and all you will need, go for a linux host though!

Other than that check the requirments for your chosen script

Answer 4

Initially go for shared server , later you can upgrade to dedicated web hosting , you can check review of top ten web hosting service providers at website like http://aplis.net/ .