Use a cPanel Server To Easily Start a Web Hosting Business - Getting a cPanel...
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Getting a cPanel server
Not all dedicated servers purchased/leased from server providers come with cPanel. There are numerous other types of automated control panels available, so choosing a server that comes with cPanel is important. cPanel has partnerships with leading datacenters and offer a discounted rate on cPanel license when purchased together with the server. Examples of cPanel partner NOCs (Network Operating Centers) are BurstNet and LiquidWeb. These NOCs may offer a server with no control panel, or include a cPanel license at a nominal fee of $19.95.
However, as of now, cPanel can only be installed on a linux based dedicated server or virtual private server.
What's next after getting a server?
Before running out to advertise and to get clients for your new hosting business, you must remember to run some initializations on your cPanel server if your datacenter did not already do it for you. Listed in order are the steps required on a new server:
1. Set up nameservers
2. Secure the server by tweaking security settings
Next: Check that all... >>
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