The Web Made Simple by Chris Jason

Sony launched a large effort this weekend to entice video gamers back to their Playstation Network with free games, downloads, and movies following the recent security issues that crippled their online game service. But even this smart effort was filled with bugs and disappointment.

One of the things I’m most familiar with on the Web is Web hosting companies– choosing them, working with them, yelling at them, comparing their services… After the last week of what could only be described as “the Web hosting experience from hell,” I’m now well-versed in leaving them too. Consider this article my Public Service Announcement on a bad Web hosting company. If you read until the end, you’ll find out which well-known company wins the award for “most terrible large-scale Web hosting company.” If you don’t, you’ll just get my angry rant. Either way, this should be informative.

If you’re a small business owner or have any plans of bringing your business online, one phrase you’ll need to become familiar with is “Web host.” A Web host is simply a company that allows you to make your website available to the public 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Mega-firms like Nokia and Intel are putting significant resources into the WiMAX technology, and appear confident that it will succeed as a legitimate alternative to cable and DSL hi-speed Internet access. That question will only be answered in time, though, as consumer products and services will likely not be available until 2006.

Often overlooked, choosing the right web hosting company can be the difference between a smooth transition onto the Web and the ultimate website nightmare. Here are some things to keep in mind.