Xen hosting
Strugglers can provide Linux virtual machine hosting for cheap, on the understanding that I do this as a hobby. If you're looking for a more professional setup then you could try Bytemark instead.
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Technology
Strugglers virtual machines run under the Xen virtual machine monitor. Xen is a technology by which an x86 machine can run multiple other virtual x86 machines ("domains") with close-to-native performance. This effectively allows me to provision multiple complete x86 servers running from one real server.
Have a read of the Xen FAQ for more info. Xen is Free software.
Costs
All prices are inclusive of VAT.
| RAM | Disk | Monthly data transfer | Monthly cost | Quarterly cost | Yearly cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64MB | 3GB | 20GB | £8 | £22 | £80 |
| 128MB | 6GB | 40GB | £16 | £44 | £160 |
| 192MB | 9GB | 60GB | £23 | £64 | £230 |
| 256MB | 12GB | 80GB | £29 | £80 | £290 |
| 320MB | 15GB | 100GB | £34 | £94 | £340 |
Extras
| Monthly cost | Quarterly cost | Yearly cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional IPv4 address | £1 | £3 | £12 |
| Additional 1GB disk space | £1 | £3 | £12 |
| Excess transfer rate per GB per month | £1 | £3 | £12 |
| 10GB extra transfer per month, pre-arranged | £4 | £12 | £48 |
Additional IPv4 addresses can only be allocated if you can demonstrate legitimate need.
Freebies
IPv6 addresses, DNS and backup MX.
Payment methods
Paypal, bank transfer or cheque.
Network
You will be hosted at Telehouse Docklands, a top UK data centre, with 100Mbit connectivity from Jump Networks. Jump operates a Cisco-based network with direct connectivity to over 40 peers at LoNAP, and one hop access to hundreds of LINX members via the BBC.
SLAs, guarantees, etc.
None! I do this as a hobby, and I try to keep it running as best as I can. All my stuff is hosted here too so it's in my interest to have it working. In event of problem you can contact me and I'll try to fix it as soon as I can, but there's no promises.
If that won't work for you, you can and should look elsewhere.
