English grammar, vocabulary, and listening comprehension exercises




Topic:

WEB HOSTING TERMS AND EXPRESSIONS (ESL)




1. I ________ a domain name.
  paid
  registered

2. Who ________ your website?
  hosts
  keeps

3. P1: My hosting plan gives me unlimited data ________. P2: Mine offers 6 GB ________ per month.
  exchange
  transfer

4. I registered a domain but I am not using it. My domain name is ________.
  standing
  parked

5. Many web hosting companies offer their clients free web site ________, which will give you information about the visitors who come to your site.
  stats/statistics
  updating

6. P1: Do you pay for your web hosting a year in advance? P2: No, I pay ________.
  by a month
  monthly

7. Many web hosting companies offer free ________ name registration when you buy a hosting plan.
  domain
  internet

8. I built my web sites with the ________ provided by my web host.
  tools
  utensils

9. Could you tell me more about the different types of hosting ________ that you offer?
  plants
  plans

10. P1: Is your web host ________? P2: No, it's very expensive!
  low price
  affordable

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When considering web hosting, it's important to ask the right questions to ensure you choose the best service for your needs. Here are 10 essential questions to ask:

• What types of hosting do you offer?
Different types of hosting include shared, VPS (Virtual Private Server), dedicated, and cloud hosting. Understand which type is best suited for your website's traffic and resource needs.

• How reliable is your uptime?
Uptime is crucial for your website's availability. Look for a hosting provider that offers at least 99.9% uptime.

• What kind of customer support do you provide?
Ensure the hosting provider offers reliable customer support with options like 24/7 live chat, phone support, and email. Check if their support is responsive and knowledgeable.

• What is your pricing structure?
Look beyond the initial cost. Understand any renewal rates and whether there are hidden fees, such as for SSL certificates, backups, or other essential services.

• Do you offer scalability?
Your website may grow over time. Make sure your hosting provider can accommodate increased traffic or resource needs without significant downtime or additional complexity.

• What security measures are in place?
Check if the provider offers features like SSL certificates, DDoS protection, daily backups, and malware scanning to ensure your website's security.

• What is the backup policy?
Find out how often backups are made and how easy it is to restore your website in case of issues.

• Do you provide a Content Delivery Network (CDN)?
A CDN can speed up your website by distributing content to various global servers. Check if it's included or available as an add-on.

• What is your server location?
Server location affects website speed. If most of your traffic comes from a specific region, choose a hosting provider with servers in or near that region.

• Can I manage the hosting environment myself?
Some hosting plans offer more control via cPanel, SSH, or custom server configurations. If you need full control, make sure the hosting provider allows it.

These questions will help you evaluate the hosting service and make an informed decision based on your website's needs.

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