Hosting Choices
All articles in this topic area, organized by difficulty level.
Intro (11)
Cloud Billing Checklist: What to Verify Before You Sign
Key billing pitfalls to check before committing to a cloud provider. Stop surprise invoices before they happen.
Cloud Egress Fees: The Surprise Bill You Didn't Plan For
Egress fees are the hidden cost that blindsides SMBs on AWS, Azure, and GCP. Here's what they are and how to avoid the shock.
How Cloud Migrations Go Wrong (And How to Avoid It)
Real failure modes in cloud migrations: data loss, extended downtime, surprise costs, and vendor lock-in. What actually happens and how to prevent it.
How Real Cloud Costs Compare to What You Think
The gap between cloud sticker price and actual cost is where SMB budgets die. Here's the honest breakdown.
Hybrid Hosting: When Cloud and Self-Hosting Both Make Sense
Hybrid hosting combines cloud flexibility with on-premises control. Here's when it works for SMBs and when it doesn't.
Managed Hosting vs. Managed Services vs. Self-Hosting
Three different ways to run your tech. Here's the honest breakdown of what each means, what it costs, and when to use which.
Self-Hosting vs. Cloud: A Practical Guide for SMB
The real tradeoffs between running your own server and using cloud infrastructure. No vendor fluff, just what matters for Gulf Coast SMBs.
The Real Cost of Cloud for Small Business
Cloud pricing is more complex than vendors admit. Here's the honest breakdown of what you'll actually pay and why.
Vendor Lock-In: Cloud and Software Licenses
Vendor lock-in can trap your business in expensive contracts and painful migrations. Here's what it looks like and how to avoid it.
What Is the Cloud Anyway (And When Does It Make Sense?)
Cloud computing explained without the marketing. What it is, what it costs, and when it's actually the right choice for SMBs.
Your CMS Hosting and Who Controls It
Who owns your CMS hosting account matters more than most people realize. Here's why it matters and what to check.