What often sets web hosting companies apart is the software they offer to their clients.\u00a0 Control panels are one of the most sought after software components and there are a wide variety available.\u00a0 In this article we will focus on two of the leading control panel brands: cPanel and Ensim.<\/p>\n
Advantages of cPanel <\/strong><\/p>\n cPanel is perhaps the most widely used control panel and some even regard it as the best.\u00a0 The clean user interface makes for easy navigation with icons that put everything a user needs right in front of them.\u00a0 cPanel supports an array of network operating systems including Free BSD, CentOS, Debian, Fedora, Redhat and Trustix.\u00a0 This compatibility enables it to be used by almost any web host.\u00a0 cPanel’s developers are currently looking to extend this portability by making the program compatible with Mac OS X and Windows operating systems.<\/p>\n The cPanel software makes it easy for the end-user to incorporate third-party programs into their web hosting account.\u00a0 One of its most popular components is an add-on called Fantastico, a unique program developed by Netenberg.\u00a0 Fantastico works as an automatic script installer, allowing the user to install a huge library of scripts with the simple click of a button.\u00a0 Some of these scripts include highly functioning programs such as blogs, message forums, content management systems and much more.<\/p>\n The Downside of cPanel<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n It’s difficult for any software to be absolutely flawless and the same holds true for cPanel.\u00a0 The biggest disadvantage relates to WHM (Web Host Manager), the version of cPanel designed for reseller accounts.\u00a0 The layout used by both versions is completely different.\u00a0 While the WHM interface is pretty straightforward, it can be confusing to resellers familiar with the conventional cPanel layout.\u00a0 This makes cPanel somewhat unattractive when compared to other control panels that utilize the same interface for resellers and end-users.<\/p>\n Advantages of Ensim<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n The Ensim control panel offers a very professional and well designed client-side interface.\u00a0 The main layout is divided into sections associated with numerous components of the hosting account.\u00a0 Some of these areas include database management, email management and sub-domain management.\u00a0 Several users have admitted that Ensim’s interface is far more organized and professional than that of cPanel.\u00a0 This control panel supports an array of operating systems including Windows and Linux-based systems like Fedora and Redhat.<\/p>\n Ensim is feature-rich with an exceptional spam filter and its very own script installer that rivals Fantastico.\u00a0 It also offers a number of helpful utilities such as the bandwidth reporting tool that provides detailed information in the form of charts and graphs.\u00a0 Best of all, Ensim provides the same user interface for its reseller and end-user clients.<\/p>\n The Downside of Ensim <\/strong><\/p>\n The Ensim control panel has a few minor drawbacks as well.\u00a0 For one, the interface is incredibly difficult to skin, leaving users with fewer branding options.\u00a0 While there is an option that enables seamless branding, the number of available skins are limited.\u00a0 Moreover, Ensim is less known than cPanel.\u00a0 This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but it does mean that Ensim has a ways to go before it achieves cPanel’s popularity.<\/p>\n Conclusion <\/strong><\/p>\n As you can see, both control panels are extremely functional with minimal drawbacks.\u00a0 However, they do have varying features that distinguish them significantly.\u00a0 If you’re looking for a winner, we’re not in the position to declare one.\u00a0 The best solution is one that provides features best suited for your site.\u00a0 Therefore, we recommend both.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" What often sets web hosting companies apart is the software they offer to their clients.\u00a0 Control panels are one of the most sought after software components and there are 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