Comparing Migrating from the Cloud versus a Dedicated Server

SenseiSteve

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MIGRATION PATH
Something a lot of prospects don’t even consider is their migration path should their requirements change. Will they be locked in to their existing cloud solution? Some portion of their cloud service may remain the same between providers, but stuff like database abstraction layers and object based storage often have very different APIs. On the other hand, if you’re using a dedicated server with a cPanel or Plesk hosting control panel, migration to another provider is normally fairly simple.

Your thoughts . . .
 
When it comes to the server's hardware and software, a cloud server offers very few opportunities for personalization. Users are restricted to the products made available by the service provider, which means that they often are unable to select whichever hardware or operating system they prefer. A dedicated server, on the other hand, grants users complete control over the device.
 
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