Web Hosting Geeks' Blog » colocation hosting http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog Web Hosting Industry News, Latest Trends, and Analyses. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:48:19 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Understanding Colocation Hostinghttp://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2011/09/06/understanding-colocation-hosting/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2011/09/06/understanding-colocation-hosting/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:00:06 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=2159 Colocation hosting is a form of web hosting service with some unique features that differentiate it from the standard services found within a large variety of web hosting plans. Generally, a web hosting service provides you with all the necessary resources for setting up and maintaining your web sites. This includes a shared access account to the servers of the web host and the software applications they offer.

Shared web hosting plans are ideal for small websites and flourishing web businesses. However, things undergo a drastic change of scale when it comes to bigger and better companies and websites. These require their own dedicated servers to handle all the strain of the website. Normally, a web hosting service does not quite fit the bill for these companies. So what does? It is collocation hosting that comes to the rescue and here’s how.

The Definition

Colocation hosting is a modified web hosting service where the client uses its own server and lugs it down to the data center of a web host where all the care and maintenance activities are handled by the serving web host. The idea behind using such a service is to be able to use a self owned server custom configured according to the needs and supplement it with the rented resources of a sophisticated data center where all the environmental and Internet connection activities are carried out by the web hosting company.

Benefits Of Colocation Hosting

Programmers and website developers prefer to have the standard activities of website hosting assigned to a service provider and like to have considerable breathing space in terms of the software and hardware capabilities of the server that powers the website. Colocaton hosting is the ideal service to achieve these ends. The control you have over the content and services you can render to your clients through your websites running on a collocation web hosting system is simply amazing.

You know your objectives of creating a website precisely, and might not find a hosting plan that caters to all your needs. A collocation hosting plan allows you to set the hardware and software configuration of your server and thus allows you to enjoy a great deal of flexibility in working with the server. As you concentrate on creating a website that serves your customers, your web hosting service provider takes care of the server’s environment and power supply needs. The responsibility of the upkeep of the server, however, rests with you.

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]]> http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2011/09/06/understanding-colocation-hosting/feed/ 0 Three Reasons Why Colocation Hosting Is More Expensivehttp://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2011/04/01/three-reasons-why-colocation-hosting-is-more-expensive/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2011/04/01/three-reasons-why-colocation-hosting-is-more-expensive/#comments Fri, 01 Apr 2011 20:01:41 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=1521 Colocation web hosting is perhaps the most expensive type of hosting available, so most people don’t consider it when shopping for a potential hosting plan. In fact, most people don’t even know what a colocation hosting plan is, or what the term “colocation” means. A colocation hosting plan is a service that allows you to store your privately owned web server in a state-of-the-art data center that is secured and stabilized at all times. In essence, it is a way to save money from having to pay for an office or regular storage unit (which is really not the best environment for a web server). A colocation facility provides an ideal climate, constant airflow, and specialized server racks that are specifically configured to accommodate the hardware needs of a web server. The following are three reasons why colocation hosting is more expensive than conventional web hosting.

Futuristic Data Centers

A “colocation facility” is actually a data center, which is a large building that houses hundreds (or even thousands) of web servers in futuristic environmentally controlled rooms. Overall, a datacenter contains millions of dollars of equipment, and many of them maintain multiple high-speed Internet connections with various Internet service providers simultaneously. By providing multiple connections, colocation hosting providers can offer redundancy, so that your web server will be online at all times. Data centers are also equipped with highly effective fire extinguishing systems, professionally trained in-house Internet technology specialists, and air filtration systems that cost as much as $10,000 in each room. In order to provide this server care and service stability to customers, colocation hosting providers must charge a more expensive monthly fee.

State-Of-The-Art Surveillance

The second reason why colocation hosting is generally more expensive than conventional web hosting is the amount of effort and the monetary investments that the hosting provider devotes to keeping your web server secure. Not only are the facilities monitored by state-of-the-art surveillance technology, but all of the equipment (including your web server) is insured, so there is no risk of having the hardware damaged or stolen without it being restored or replaced. Colocation datacenter facilities are usually guarded by several tall watch posts, and barbed wire fencing exceeding the height of 8 feet around the entire perimeter the facility. Since the colocation hosting provider has a lot of expenses in terms of employee payroll and equipment overhead, these additional expenses have to be passed on to the customer to make the business profitable.

The Additional Value of Optimizing Web Server Performance

By dealing with a colocation facility you are gaining access to multiple high-speed Internet connections from various Internet service providers. Thus, you have the advantage of maintaining an optimal connection to the Internet for your web server at all times, regardless of the local or regional circumstances affecting the Internet and other hosting providers. This type of assurance is not possible if you choose to store your privately owned Web server within your home or office, because if the single Internet connection is lost, so are all of your current server tasks (such as keeping your websites online).

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]]> http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2011/04/01/three-reasons-why-colocation-hosting-is-more-expensive/feed/ 1 The Freedom and Flexibility of Colocation Hostinghttp://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2011/03/31/the-freedom-and-flexibility-of-colocation-hosting/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2011/03/31/the-freedom-and-flexibility-of-colocation-hosting/#comments Thu, 31 Mar 2011 21:04:58 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=1519 Online business owners usually require various services to keep their endeavors operating smoothly and supply the tools and resources needed to continually create new websites and online business opportunities. Web hosting is such a service, as it is the first thing that is needed by every webmaster. In essence, you need access to the web server if you want to host a website on the World Wide Web. However, some people choose not to utilize a conventional web hosting plan, and instead purchase their own private web server. Once the server is purchased it must be stored in a safe area that has an ideal environment for server operation, which is low in dust, has a continually maintained temperature/humidity index, and maintains constant airflow to the server at all times. Web server owners also need to consider the safety of the server in terms of vandalism, theft, and other forms of hardware damage. Fortunately, colocation hosting is a web server storage service that keeps your web server safe all times.

What Is Included with a Colocation Web Hosting Plan?

In essence, a colocation hosting plan is simply a service that allows you to store your private Web server in a data center that is connected to the Internet via multiple high-speed connections. Thus, the colocation hosting plan you will receive access to state-of-the-art facilities, a fully customized private server rack for your Web server’s, multiple connections to the Internet, automatic server backups and redundancy, and (with some more comprehensive plans) technical support. All collocation web hosting plans include 24-hour security, and the facilities are protected by both digital surveillance and state-of-the-art fire extinguisher systems. Without a co-location hosting plan you be forced to store your private Web server in your home, office, or in a storage space (none of which are an ideal location for an operating Web server).

What Are the Advantages of Colocation Hosting?

The main advantages colocation hosting is the safety and stability it provides for your Web server, giving you access to facilities and stability that would otherwise be unobtainable without spending millions of dollars. For a nominal monthly fee you’ll receive full support from trained technical staff, and your Web server will be stored in environmentally controlled server rooms. Many colocation hosting providers also ensure the web hosting equipment, so that if your Web server is damaged in any way while it is being stored at the facility it will be replaced immediately. Colocation hosting providers also make automatic backups of your entire Web server on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis, in order to provide complete redundancy that will ensure your websites are online at all times.

Freedom and Flexibility of a Colocation Hosting Plan

Perhaps the most appealing advantages of colocation hosting is the ability to do whatever you would like that your web server in terms of software and hardware configurations. Regardless of how many web servers you own, or what type of operating system you prefer to use, you’ll be able to do it all collocation hosting, as you are not forfeiting your ownership of the web server. By having complete control over what your web server you can eliminate many of the conventional limitations and restrictions placed on bandwidth, disk space, databases, and other aspects of server expansion.

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]]> http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2011/03/31/the-freedom-and-flexibility-of-colocation-hosting/feed/ 0 Why is Colocation Hosting so Expensive?http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/11/01/why-is-colocation-hosting-so-expensive/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/11/01/why-is-colocation-hosting-so-expensive/#comments Mon, 01 Nov 2010 23:01:18 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=1186 Colocation web hosting is often overlooked during discussions pertaining to web hosting comparison. However, it is a valid hosting type and in comparison to other hosting plans it is significantly more expensive. Many people wonder why a web hosting service that does not even provide a web server cost so much. If you are contemplating purchasing a colocation web hosting plan then you may want to consider the following information, which accurately assesses the true value of a colocation hosting plan.

State-of-the-Art Datacenters

Colocation hosting plans differ form every other type of hosting, because rather than leasing web servers it provides storage space for private web servers. If you currently own a web server and you are storing it in your house then you should strongly consider the benefits of a colocation hosting plan. Even though the monthly cost may seem unnecessary, it may cost much more to replace a web server after dust destroys it or it is stolen. With a colocation datacenter you can be sure that your web server is completely safe and well taken care of. In order to provide this kind of safe environment for your web server a lot of precautions are taken by colocation hosting companies, and only optimal conditions are tolerated. The cost of maintaining such a facility is not cheap, so this cost is passed on to the customer.

Superb Surveillance and Security

Another reason why colocation hosting is so expensive is the incredible security offered. Every web server is monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (even holidays), not only by cameras and other surveillance devices, but by actual security professionals that are technically trained to deal with web servers in the event of an emergency. The datacenter is guarded by tall fencing and stations that are patrolled by human guards at all times of the day and night. In order to pay these employees and keep the datacenter safe the colocation company has to spend a lot of money on payroll and security equipment, and this expense is passed on to the customer as well.

Extended Server Life

All of the above features of colocation hosting not only increase the cost, thy also increase the length of time in which your server can operate ideally. Eventually every electronic device will wear down and need to be replaced. However, colocation datacenters preserver your server by keeping it in perfect conditions permanently. Theoretically, if a web server is left in this condition it can continue to function properly indefinitely. Even though the cost of colocation hosting may be significantly more than other plans, it is important to note that you will be saving money in the long run because you will never have to replace your web server. With colocation web hosting the only time you need to purchase another web sever is when you current server runs out of space, which is very unlikely unless you are using it to operate dozens of massive web sites.

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]]> http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/11/01/why-is-colocation-hosting-so-expensive/feed/ 0 Colocation Hosting – Is it Right For You?http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/09/01/colocation-hosting-right-for-you/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/09/01/colocation-hosting-right-for-you/#comments Thu, 02 Sep 2010 05:54:41 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=1089 Colocation web hosting is very different from every other hosting service, primarily because it is not a service in which web servers are leased. Instead, colocation hosting is a web server storage service in which adequate server storage space is provided in a state-of-the-art data center that is equipped with highly trained staff and maximum security 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

In essence, you are simply paying for storage space so that you can store your dedicated server without problems such as hardware damage and theft occurring. While this may seem as if it is a great service that everyone should use, only a small percentage of webmasters will ever need colocation hosting. If you are not sure whether or not your business needs access to a colocation hosting service then you may want to consider the following information.

Do You Own a Web Server?

If you do not own a web server then you should know that you will need to purchase one before a colocation hosting service will be of any use to you. Web servers can cost anywhere from $1500-$10,000, depending upon the model and its capabilities. If you can afford to invest that much money in to a web server, and you are ready to pay for the monthly cost of colocation hosting, then it may be within your budget ton purchase a colocation hosting plan. However, if you are like the majority of webmasters, then you will not be able to afford or justify such a purchase.

What Kind of Sites Do You Own?

If you own a single medium sized web site then you may not have a need for a dedicated server at all. Dedicated web servers are ideal for people that have dozens of web sites or a single corporate web site that needs to be maintained professionally and kept at peak performance. With the availability of cheap and powerful web hosting you should be able to find a plan that will accommodate your needs with ease. Dedicated servers and colocation hosting is only recommended for corporations and enterprises, or people that own hundreds of sites.

How Technically Skilled Are You?

As mentioned, a colocation hosting service is simply a web server storage service, which means that most colocation hosting plans do not come with technical support. As such, you will need to provide your own technical support for server maintenance and administration. Most administrative duties can be done remotely, however this requires an advanced level of knowledge in the way web servers work. If you do not have a decent amount of experience in dealing with web servers then you may want to consider a colocation hosting solution that includes technical support.

Unfortunately, in order to have full technical support included with your colocation hosting plan you will need to pay an extra fee each month. When you add this fee to the mountain of other expenses associated with colocation hosting, it becomes clear that this type of hosting solution should only be utilize by highly successful online businesses.

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]]> http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/09/01/colocation-hosting-right-for-you/feed/ 0 CoreLink Making Big Changeshttp://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/08/31/corelink-making-big-changes/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/08/31/corelink-making-big-changes/#comments Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:46:38 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=1084 CoreLink Data Centers, an industry-leader in providing colocation hosting and management services, recently announced a major move of their headquarters from Phoenix, Arizona to Mount Prospect, an area outside of Chicago. In addition, the operations of their newest data center, also located in the Chicagoland area, are fully functional.

The data center is 80,000 square feet and linked to the companies four other colocation data centers in Seattle, Las Vegas and Phoenix. The new data center is located on 5.4 acres of land and provides all of CoreLink’s solutions under one secure roof in control environments.

The center features the latest security and management technology. Some of these features include; diverse connections to the internet, redundant emergency power equipment, the best fire detection and suppression systems as well as biometric security scanners. Also, neutral connectivity, uninterruptible power supplies N+1 cooling and critical redundancy on all equipment.

The center will provide customers with extra expansion capacity, reliable and redundant access to the internet and high-density installation. This is the perfect addition to the area.

CoreLink has selected Chicago because it has become a booming business and technology epicenter. This will have a considerable impact on the local economy through investment in the community as well as job creation.

The biggest focus of the new data center is the scalability. Due to the size and server technology, it can accommodate all business needs as they continue to evolve and consume resources.

The primary highlights of the new data center include:

  • Scale systems up
  • Decrease labor expenses
  • Lower capital costs
  • Add redundant systems

The ability to scale information technology systems up or down is major draw to many large corporations as the needs of their business constantly change. Also, the new center will provide efficient facility management thus decreasing labor expenses. By outsourcing internal infrastructure, the company will save on overall capital costs.

Finally, the new data center provides redundant systems that do not contain a failure point and have a maintainable infrastructure that is capable of handling critical applications. These include; e-commerce, email systems and website connectivity.

Opening a new data center and relocating the headquarters is a major move for CoreLink. They will benefit from the numerous technology companies in the Chicago area while creating jobs and providing a boost to the local economy. In the end, all parties will benefit from this move.

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]]> http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/08/31/corelink-making-big-changes/feed/ 0 Dedicated Web Hosting – Is it Worth the Price?http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/06/24/dedicated-web-hosting-%e2%80%93-is-it-worth-the-price/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/06/24/dedicated-web-hosting-%e2%80%93-is-it-worth-the-price/#comments Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:17:16 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=966 Out of all of the web hosting types available, dedicated hosting perhaps costs the most. The only other hosting solution which costs more than dedicated hosting is colocation hosting, which requires you to purchase and maintain your own web server. In a world in which high cost translates into high quality, many people assume that dedicated hosting is simply the best choice, and thus are tempted to purchase a dedicated hosting plan based on the price alone. However, the truth is dedicated hosting may not be the best solution for all webmasters.

Advantages of a Dedicated Server

Dedicated servers are capable of computing huge amounts of data, and are rarely ever met with a challenge that cannot be dealt with efficiently. For this reason there are many software combinations that would run flawlessly on a dedicated server, without hindering the server’s ability to process data. If you frequently run server-based software that consumes a lot of system resources, then you may want to consider a dedicated web server due to their unmatched multitasking capabilities. The added power means that you will never have to worry about downtime, slow page loads, or any other problems that are frequently associated with shared hosting plans.

The Price of a Dedicated Server

Of course, with the above features and capabilities come an increased price tag and more maintenance responsibilities. Instead of the usual $5-$30 that you would pay for a shared hosting plan, you can expect to pay around $100-$150 for your dedicated server, depending upon what kind of server it is and what web hosting company you purchase your plan from. Since dedicated web servers are very complex pieces of machinery they require daily maintenance and support, therefore they represent a greater initial investment on behalf of the hosting company. In order to receive a desirable return on their investment web hosting companies are forced to charge higher prices for dedicated hosting plans.

Choosing a Plan Based on Your Site’s Needs

Dedicated web servers provide a vast amount of server resources, and thus are capable of dealing with massive spikes in traffic and bandwidth. For megasite owners, or people that own hundreds of websites, this kind of server setup is optimal, maybe even essential. However for those that own just a few websites or are just starting out online, it may not be necessary to have this much power at their disposal. In many cases having more than is needed is simply an extra monthly financial burden, and an unwarranted one at that. There are so many expenses involved with keeping an online business running smoothly, and in many cases new webmasters can strive for months before seeing even a small fraction of a return.

Conclusion

Instead of purchasing the best hosting plan on the market, you should consider purchasing the best hosting plan for you. Starting with a simple and convenient hosting plan and then gradually progressing into a more robust hosting setup is undoubtedly the most practical solution for any new webmaster.

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]]> http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/06/24/dedicated-web-hosting-%e2%80%93-is-it-worth-the-price/feed/ 0 Colocation Hosting – Security over Savingshttp://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/06/11/colocation-hosting-%e2%80%93-security-over-savings/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/06/11/colocation-hosting-%e2%80%93-security-over-savings/#comments Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:36:14 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=946 In the web hosting industry there are two distinct hosting types, those geared towards business owners on a budget, and those geared towards business owners that demand the best. Colocation hosting falls into the latter category, offering state-of-the-art security and storage facilities in a unique service deal that is not seen in any other hosting plan.

Unlike normal hosting providers, colocation providers do not actually rent servers, nor do they charge a monthly fee for server maintenance. Instead, colocation hosting companies simply provide high-tech storage units that are specifically designed for web servers in maximum security data centers. This gives the serious online business owner a facility where they can store their web servers without having to invest in a warehouse, or worry about the security risks involved with storing the server in an unsecured location such as an office.

Why are Colocation Hosting Facilities Safe?

Colocation hosting facilities are equipped with the latest surveillance technology 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and are guarded by trained personnel at all times. The facilities are protected from fire by advanced fire prevention and extinguishing devices,and all servers are stored in highly controlled environments in which every aspect of the climate is monitored and recorded. Special racks mount the servers and prevent any hardware damage, while cold air is pushed under the racks to prevent overheating and/or dust build up. Storing a web server in a colocation facility will not only ensure the security of the server, it will also maximize the life span of the hardware as well.

How Much Does Colocation Hosting Cost?

Colocation web hosting is perhaps one of the most expensive types available, merely because the server is not provided by the colocation company. Instead you have to purchase the server yourself, and you also have to perform server maintenance as well in many cases. Some colocation hosting companies will provide server support, however most will require you to have a way to perform remote maintenance. Since you are actually renting rack space in a state-of-the-art facility, as well as the security services of the company, the monthly rates can be quite high. When you factor in the cost of  the web server, it can take thousands of dollars to get started with colocation web hosting.

What Do You Need to Get Started With Colocation Hosting?

To use colocation hosting you’ll need a web server, and either a support technician, or experience in internet technology yourself. You may not need the latter however if you can find a colocation company that is willing to provide on-site server administration. Keep in mind that such a service will add to the cost, considering you are only paying for the storage and security service by default. It i also recommended that you have a sound understanding of web servers and web hosting before opting for a colocation hosting plan, as the maintenance and supervision processes are usually more complex than those involved with the average hosting plan.

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]]> http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/06/11/colocation-hosting-%e2%80%93-security-over-savings/feed/ 0 Is Colocation Hosting Right For You?http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/05/21/is-colocation-hosting-right-for-you/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/05/21/is-colocation-hosting-right-for-you/#comments Fri, 21 May 2010 14:50:53 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=912 Finding a reliable web hosting solution for your online business is absolutely imperative, especially if you plan on expanding your outreach in the near future. Reliability usually equates to privacy, and so most serious webmasters opt for dedicated hosting plans, as it allows them to lease their own private server. However there are other options that will let you do the same thing and more with the added convenience of server management and server security.

The two alternatives to managed hosting are colocated web hosting and managed web hosting. Managed web hosting is very similar to dedicated web hosting, however instead of dealing with database and server administration yourself, the web hosting company takes care of it for for you. Colocation hosting is similar to dedicated hosting as well, however your server will be stored at a special facility, and you can even purchase redundancy for your servers.

What is Redundancy?

Server redundancy is very important for any online business that experiences high amounts of daily traffic. When you purchase server redundancy you are actually leasing extra servers that are pre-equipped with your website’s databases. This means you’ll be fully covered if one of the server’s crashes, since your site’s data will instantly be replaced with one of the redundant servers you are leasing. Colocation web hosting is one of the few web hosting solutions that gives you the option of server redundancy.

What Safety Features Does Colocation Hosting Offer?

Aside from server redundancy, colocation web hosting also gives you the assurance that all of your web servers are completely secure. Colocation hosting companies store all of their servers, including yours, in a data center facility that is specifically designed for server safety. The employees of a colocation facility are specially trained to deal with any problems that may arise and the entire facility is monitored by 24 hours surveillance. The servers are stored on ultra secure server racks and every room is fireproofed and equipped with extinguishers. By using a collocation web hosting company you can rest assured that your web servers are always safe regardless of the circumstances.

When Is Colocation Hosting Necessary?

Although colocation hosting is most often used by larger companies, anyone can use colocation hosting. If you have any concerns about server reliability, or if you would just like to be assured of the reliability of your online business, then you may want to consider colocation web hosting. One factor that will play a substantial role in whether or not you decide to purchase a collocation hosting plan is the startup cost. Unlike other hosting plans, you will need to purchase a server and you will need to pay for the technical support that goes along with it, unless you know how to set up a web server yourself.

If you want the safety of a collocation web hosting plan but you don’t have the money to purchase one, then you may want to consider a managed or dedicated hosting plan instead.

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]]> http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/05/21/is-colocation-hosting-right-for-you/feed/ 0 How IP Subnets Workhttp://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/05/13/how-ip-subnets-work/ http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/2010/05/13/how-ip-subnets-work/#comments Thu, 13 May 2010 15:26:15 +0000 Art http://webhostinggeeks.com/blog/?p=899 When dealing with colocation hosting, the provider will usually assign the client several IP subnets to use. This can cause a great deal of confusion. An IP subnet (sub network) is a group of adjoining IP addresses that have been broken up from a group or larger IP’s. This allows the subnets to be treated individually from those preceding and following them.

Subnets can be viewed as sequential chunk of addresses, varying in range, assigned solely to the client. The size of a subnet can vary from a single address to thousands or even millions. Generally, subnets are issued in 8, 16 or 32 IP addresses depending on client request. While this has historically been a difficult concept to grasp, network and telecommunications engineers must know this topic in depth.

Usability of IP’s

Once issued a subnet, not all IP’s within the range have the ability to be used as hosts. Several of the IP’s are not utilized for internal networking tasks which will be separated as the network address indicating the first address in the range. The middle address in the range is known as the gateway address. The last address is the broadcast address. Consequently if 16 IP addresses are issued, only 13 will be available for use.

The Size of the Subnets

The number of IP’s that are issued is established through the use of a network mask. This is the numbering string notation commonly used by IP addresses. The longer the network mask, the smaller the subnet and thus fewer usable IP’s. A long mask black’s out more of a range while a smaller mask black’s out less of a range allowing for more IP’s.

Subnet Example

Subnets conform to the following example:

192.128.1.0/32

This is a similar notation to an IP address with the addition of the ‘/’ then a number. The last number is indicative of the length of the subnet mask.

IP Classes

There are three classes of IP subnets; class A, B, C, D and E. Class A is used in fifty percent of the internet. Class B is used in twenty-five percent of the internet. Class C is used in a twelve percent of the internet. Class D is used in a six percent of the internet and class E is used in three percent of the internet.

While this is a basic understanding of subnets, the origins and calculations of actually calculating a subnet can be quite difficult. While many individuals have a difficult time with this concept, subnet’s are vital every network from the smallest local network to the largest global network. By understanding the inner-workings of this difficult topic, both the customer and the website will benefit in the long run.

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