Server hosting

This service is the provision of:

• a  dedicated server or servers (also known as a managed hosting service). A type of hosting where the client purchases or leases an entire server which is not shared with any other entities. ITS may also provide a virtual dedicated server in which case the server appears as a dedicated server but certain aspects of the hardware may be shared with other hosts.

• System administration, this encompasses activities performed by a system administrator such as monitoring security, configuration, preventative maintenance, managing allocation of user accounts, disk and other system resource management, setting up new hardware, and installation and support of system software. System administration does not include the installation and support of application software.

• Facilities management , this specifically includes the provision of physical space in which to accommodate hardware, backup and disaster recovery services, usage monitoring and lifecycle management, consulting services, and additional advice/support to the client.

There are a number of options available with various costs associated, for more information contact the ITS Service Office.