What is web hosting?

Why can't Amling Studios host my site?

Hosting requires a lot of specialized equipment and software to ensure that your website is being properly backed up and secured. There are tons of companies out there that already do a great job at providing this service. Amling Studios LLC has made the conscious choice not to offer web hosting so that we can concentrate on doing what we do best, making you a fantastic website.

What should I look for in a hosting provider?

The two main things you should consider when looking for a web hosting provider are that they offer a hosting package that meets your technical needs and that they have reliable costumer service.

Depending on what type of website you are looking for, your hosting package will need to include anything from server side languages like PHP or Ruby on Rails to databases like MySQL. Don't know what that means? Don't worry, we'll let you know if you'll need them.

The next most important thing to consider when choosing a web hosting company is customer service. Hosting companies will tout 100% up time and other services, but all companies will claim they have little or no downtime. What really matters is how easy it is to contact them and get a problem resolved when your site does go down. Call the hosting company you are considering before you go with them. These are the people you would be dealing with if something goes wrong with your hosting, so its important that you feel comfortable with there level of expertise and professionalism.