In shared hosting, multiple websites sit on the same server and share the same resources like CPU, RAM, and bandwidth. It’s like renting a bed in a dormitory - affordable, simple to manage, but if one person makes too much noise (say, a site uses heavy resources), everyone else is affected. Shared hosting usually works fine for beginners, personal sites, or small blogs that don’t have high traffic.
In VPS hosting (Virtual Private Server), the server is still shared, but it’s divided into separate virtual environments. Each website gets its own dedicated slice of CPU, RAM, and storage. Think of it like having your own apartment in a building. You still share the building, but your resources and privacy are not impacted by the neighbors. VPS is generally faster, more secure, and allows more customization than shared hosting, which makes it a good step up for businesses, e-commerce, or websites that expect consistent traffic.
Different providers offer both options. For example, Ucartz has shared hosting for entry-level sites and VPS hosting for projects that need more control and stability. The right choice depends on your site’s size, budget, and how much flexibility you need.
