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Posted by BrianP, 10-16-2000, 10:58 AM
I want to thank you all for helping me with my previous posts! I have seem to hit a brick wall however in my decision making and would like some input. After carfully reviewing all of your input. I have narrowed my list down to about 5 potential hosts for my reseller business. The problem I have is the packages I would like to offer and the main account do not exactly meet my needs or my targeted clients needs. The 2 hosting companies that would provide me with what I am looking for both have terrible reviews. I was thinking about just going with a dedicated server but I am not sure if that is a wise choice just yet because of just starting out.I dont want to jump too soon! Any thoughts on possible options? Do any of you offer custom packages that I could use as my main account and then create the ones I would like to offer? If I do decide to go with a dedicated server what about tech support? How do all of you dedicated hosts provide the 24hr 800# tech support? In house or does your upsource provide this. Also do most dedicated server packages come with control panels for the Server Admin and potential clients or would I have to purchase my own? You can either reply here or to avoid policy violations email me at phiroof@msn.com. Thanks in advance for all of your time and help!! BrianP
Posted by MikeA, 10-16-2000, 11:23 AM
If you are brand new, don't go with a dedicated server. Start as a reseller. Tell us who you have decided on for possible uplinks. It's quite possible that the reviews you have are not entirely accurate.
Posted by BrianP, 10-16-2000, 01:12 PM
Here are the ones that I have narrowed it down to: hostmatters.com site5.com jrc-hosting.com wbcom.net cavendo.com The 2 that have basically what I am looking for (Storage space, Resold packages, bandwidth and features) ***** and Burstnet. And they both have bad reveiws. What is the norm that potential customers look for in storage, features, and bandwidth? Perhaps my expectations are a little too high? Thanks again BrianP
Posted by Chicken, 10-16-2000, 06:15 PM
Since you posted your email address, why don't you post your needs, and your targeted clients needs, and maybe you'll get emails with some solutions. I will say however that the other 5 hosts you listed seem to have some decent plans, and because of this, I can't figure out what you want. I think it would be better to go with a host that you feel good about from the beginning.
Posted by MikeA, 10-17-2000, 02:11 PM
I would suggest reading this http://www.resellerinfo.com/getstarted.html. While it doesn't go into a lot of detail, it may help. I also agree with Chicken, what are your targeted needs.
Posted by BrianP, 10-17-2000, 03:06 PM
It seems my expectations were a little too high!! The packages offered by these hosts will more than meet my needs and potential customers. Thanks for all you responses and emails. You have all been a tremendous help!!

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