Check if there’s a "data cap." Most providers offer plenty, but you don't want a surprise bill if your traffic spikes.

The provider handles the technical heavy lifting—updates, backups, and security patches. It’s pricier, but perfect if you want to focus on your business rather than server maintenance. 3. Key Specs to Watch

You get a blank slate (usually Linux). You’re responsible for security, updates, and software installation. It’s cheap and gives you total freedom, but you need to know your way around a command line.

DigitalOcean, Linode (Akamai), or Vultr. They have "one-click" installs for things like WordPress or Docker.