What is the difference between VPS and VDS servers?

There is no difference between them. Virtual Private Server and Virtual Dedicated Server are different terms that carry the same meaning and perform the same function.

Operating principle and features of a virtual server

In terms of operating principles and functional characteristics, a virtual server differs very little from a physical server. It has no limitations related to hosting websites, databases, domains, SSH, FTP, or email users. The administrator has full control over these parameters. Any software can be installed, modified, or replaced just as on a real physical server. Each virtual server hosted on our infrastructure has its own IP address, which is assigned exclusively to that server. Additional IP addresses can be ordered if needed.

A virtual server is completely independent from other servers hosted on the same physical machine. This means that any failure occurring on “neighboring” servers has no impact on the running server.

Comparison of VPS/VDS with web hosting (shared)

Advantages of a virtual server compared to web hosting:

• Full control: Owners of a virtual server have root (for UNIX) or Administrator (for Windows) privileges and can install any software and operating system according to the specific requirements of their project. Server configuration depends entirely on the administrator.
• Minimal limitations: Websites, databases, domains, SSH, FTP, and email users are limited only by the server’s own resources.
• Independence: Other virtual servers hosted on the same physical machine—“neighbors”—are isolated from each other and do not consume each other’s resources during operation. Unlike shared hosting, they also have their own dedicated IP address.

Disadvantages of a virtual server compared to web hosting:

• Price: The cost of a virtual server is usually higher than that of shared hosting. However, we strive to minimize this difference as much as possible.
• Administrative requirements: Managing a virtual server is similar to administering a physical server. Therefore, users need to have certain knowledge and skills in server administration. However, to overcome this barrier, control panels are available, which handle typical tasks effectively.