Introduction
In this article, we will compare the similarities and differences of a cloud server vs a physical server. Every business has similar and different approaches in how they operate. The differences often relate to what is essential for that specific business: the clientele, the need to process information/orders, and how quickly market adaptation changes are needed.
Since almost every industry today has some type of online presence, hosting providers have adapted to offer products that solve many of the challenges that face todays businesses. One such hurdle a company must solve is which type of hosting infrastructure is best suited for their demands. These choices include both cloud servers and dedicated servers. Cloud servers and dedicated servers each perform distinct tasks based on use-cases, and can be a challenge to determine which environment will satisfy the requirements that a business requires.
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Simply put, DNS (the Domain Name System) converts text-based, human-readable domain names like www.liquidweb.com into an IP (Internet Protocol) address like 172.154.75.42. This system also works in an inverse manner and converts IP addresses into domain names. When internet-connected devices communicate, IPs are utilized to find and connect to a specified destination. This simply means that the DNS protocol acts as an “