I’m looking for a new web host

My web host bitServe, who I’ve always loved, recommended countless times, and have never had any problems with at all, posted this on their front page:

bitServe has ceased operations. Paid subscribers will be provided hosting service through December 31, 2011 in lieu of a refund.

I don’t know when they posted this, but I was taken by surprise, especially considering I don’t recall receiving any email about that from them.

Which means my hunt begins for a new web host which to move all the domains I own over to, including my blog. /joy

It’s been a long time since I had to go hunting for a web host.

My basic requirements are PHP 5 support, Perl support, MySQL database support, FTP and telnet access, and some sort of admin control panel.

Do any of my readers have any recommendations? Who do you use, or who do you know that I should avoid?

Until next time...
Erik

11 thoughts on “I’m looking for a new web host

  1. I’ve been with Gate.com for about 15+ years – they used to be “HostSave.com”. They have everything you need and at a decent price. I’ve also got sites at GoDaddy.com and they’re fine, too. Good luck with your search!

  2. Ive been using iPowerWeb for me and my clients, prob 7 sites total. They have been up, responsive, and good.

    But now I want to check out the wind-powered one listed above. Lol

  3. I’ve been using Dreamhost for 9 years and I’m happy with them. They’ve got the right mix of flexibility while keeping me from hurting myself by mistake. Use my email address as a referral and I get referral bonus. (Though, let’s be clear: I like them, referral bonus or not!) http://www.dreamhost.com/r.cgi?28406

  4. DreamHost, hands down. They have everything I need, their panel is superb, and the very few times I’ve had any issues with downtime or other support they’ve been on top of things immediately.

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