If you want to start a personal or business website then you might be aware of the fact that a host is required to make it accessible from the Internet. There are several types of web hosting services that suit diverse requirements. For instance, a personal website or a small scale business website would require just a shared server where the server, related resources as well as cost are shared among the users of the service.

However a massive corporate website or business websites with abundant traffic or an ecommerce website or websites that require lots more space for forums and discussions, can opt for a dedicated server hosting where you rent a whole Web server dedicated to just your exclusive purposes. The server hosts your website or online application and is not shared by other user which offers you with complete control of machine, potential security, and such benefits. But dedicated server hosting comes with its set of disadvantages and two chief ones are mentioned here.

The foremost drawback of dedicated hosting is that it is more expensive when compared to other services. The hefty monthly charge depending on the hardware specifications makes it an inapt option for startup companies and personal website and blog owners. The expenses can only be deemed necessary and profit generating for large scale corporations and business organizations with extensive and high traffic websites.

Another negative aspect is that you as owner of the dedicated server should either possess adept technical skills or have proficient technical assistance for efficient administration and server management. Hosting providers may provide tech support but only up to a certain limit and you should be aware of them before selecting any service.