What’s the similarities between a fully managed and unmanaged server?
Two different types of dedicated server available, this depends on how responsible you want to be for the running of it. A fully managed server is where you get limited access, whereas a unmanaged one is where you get unrestricted control.
Fully managed servers are aimed at those who maybe inexperienced, or do not want the hassle of having to completely run all the parts of the server. In order to control your server, you will normally get some form of control panel to allow for monitoring.
What does the server host do for you?
So what can expect from a company that provides you dedicated servers? With it being managed they will most things within reason for you, and will perform the install and setup of the software and software you request. Maintenance and hardware issues would normally be monitored and addressed as needed. The use of the support service is not normally restricted, but could get a restriction if your wanting them too often etc.
Whereas with unmanaged servers all the responsibility is on you on running and maintaining the server, I say maintain, I really mean keeping all your software and operating system up to date, and keep it secure. But also the other day to day tasks that you need to do. Access would be via root or remote desktop, which would all you complete and unrestricted access to your server to do anything you need to do.
The server company and you?
They will be responsible for all the hardware, but monitoring of it may or may not happen, so any faults you would need to report. Obviously they will install the operating system on your behalf but then the server is given to you. You do can get support but the time is limited. Means if you really manage to break your server it could cost a fair amount to sort out, or just get a reinstall performed. Perhaps talking to an expert like Melbourne Dedicated servers is an idea.
You might also find a third option with is a part or semi managed server, you would get more access but not unrestricted, you would get more support time than an unmanaged server but not unlimited amounts. Making this option a great bridging service between being fully managed and completely unmanaged.
