Virtual Private Servers

Virtual Private Servers are low cost solutions for those businesses that need more flexibility than a web hosting package can provide, but cannot justify the cost of having a colocated server. A Virtual Private Server is a fully configurable FreeBSD environment on a shared server, which is protected from other users on the system using a technology known as "jail". If a Virtual Private Server crashes, it does not affect others, and can be restarted without having to contact support. A Virtual Private Server can be administered by anyone with FreeBSD experience, or New Millennium Networking can administer your server for you. With a Virtual Private Server, you have the ability to install and run your own software, and have full root access. You can create, add and delete users at will, manage your own email, web servers, databases and proprieatary software just as if you had a colocated computer. Through our administration interface, you can check your traffic and disk space usage, modify the firewall configuration for your server and even restart it if necessary!

What do I get?

If you sign up for a Virtual Private Server, you will receive the following services and abilities:

• 5 minute signup - you can use your server straight away
• Configurable firewall for extra security
• Free Domain hosting for up to 5 domains
• Realtime traffic graphs
• Monthly traffic totals
• Root access
• Install whatever software you want
• Add as many users as you want
• Stop and restart your server
• Upgrade your bandwidth with only a few clicks
• 1 week free technical support to help you get your server set up
• No forced renewals, you choose whether you want to extend your subscription

Is this suitable for me?

A Virtual Private Server is a cost effective solution for those who require the flexibility of a dedicated server, without the associated cost. You should consider a Virtual Private Server if web hosting packages do not provide the adaptability you need. For example, if you have a complex site which requires proprietary software running on the server, then a Virtual Private Server will allow you to run the software without outlaying money for a dedicated server.

Virtual Private Servers allow you to host as many websites as you want on them (using a suitable web server such as Apache or THTTPD). This makes them ideal for web development businesses, or other businesses that require to host multiple sites. You can also provide other facilities, such as email, VPN, and chat services

You should not consider a Virtual Private Server if your server will be transferring more than 100GB per month, or if it runs resource intensive software. A Virtual Private Server is also not suitable if you require direct access to the operating system's kernel or system hardware. In these circumstances you needs will be better met with a dedicated server.

Pricing

Standard VPS - AUD$66.00/month + AUD$0.00 setup (ex-GST AUD$60.00/month + AUD$0.00 setup)

The Standard VPS is suitable for sites that require the flexibility of their own server and have the in-house expertise to manage it. The standard VPS allows up to 20GB* of traffic. The Standard VPS includes 2Gb of disk space. After the first week, support is charged at $30 per incident, which will be waived if it is a problem for which New Millennium Networking is responsible.

Managed VPS - AUD$209.00/month + AUD$0.00 setup (ex-GST AUD$190.00/month + AUD$0.00 setup)

The Managed VPS provides all the features of the Standard VPS, without the hassle of having to administer the server yourself. All administrative tasks such as installing software, adding and removing users and configuring the server is taken of by New Millennium Networking. Its like having your own system administrator on call, without the associated costs.

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