Frequently Asked Questions

Basic Questions

1. What is Web hosting and what does virtual or shared hosting mean?
2. What exactly is space and bandwidth/data transfer?
3. What is domain name?
4. How do I register a domain name?
5. What are subdomains?
6. Do I have to change my domain if I get a new host?
7. What is the difference between UNIX hosting and Windows hosting?
8. What is server uptime?
9. I have a fast internet connection (DSL/cable) - can I just host my own site?
10. Why would I need a dedicated IP?
11. How do I upload my site online?

About Features

1. Do you support PHP, Perl and MySQL?
2. What do I need to do to put Flash on my website?
3. Do you support ASP, JSP, or Cold Fusion?
4. Do you have the GD libraries installed for PHP?
5. Do you support Microsoft FrontPage Extensions?
6. How many email accounts can I have? Are they POP3 accounts?

About PamaHosting

1. What is the geographic location of your servers?
2. What is your policy on spamming or bulk email?
3. What server OS and software are you running?
4. How long does it take to set up new accounts?
5. Do you place ads on your hosting accounts?
6. What are your web hosting Terms of Service or Acceptable Use Policy?
7. Do you allow any adult content on your server?
8. Are any scripts banned on your servers?

If you still have any questions, please contact support@pamahosting.com and our client support team will be pleased to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.