Features
CGI-BIN,
Perl 5 & CGI Scripts
We support Perl 5, one of the most common CGI scripting languages.
You can run your Perl scripts (also often called CGI-Scripts) via
CGI. These are files that end with .cgi or .pl. We have full server-side
support for over 350 Perl modules. If you require a module that is
not listed you can simply request it and we will install it within
48 hours.
PHP 4 Scripting
We run one of the latest PHP4 versions. PHP has been compiled for
full database connectivity support (mySQL, ODBC). Our PHP4 installation
includes over 20 additional modules enabling the whole functionality
of this famous all-purpose web programming language!
FrontPage & DreamWeaver
Both Microsoft FrontPage and Macromedia DreamWeaver, as well as any
other HTML compatible website editors are fully supported by theirhosting
plans. Ixwebhosting support all versions of Microsoft FrontPage up
to FrontPage 2003, as well as all versions of DreamWeaver up to DreamWeaver
MX.
Real, MP3, Quicktime and Media Play
Streaming
All of Ixwebhosting's Linux and Windows hosting plans come with full
support for streaming recorded audio or video via HTTP in the Real,
Apple Quicktime, MP3 or Windows Media Player (ASF) format.
Macromedia
Flash & ShockWave
Ixwebhosting fully supports MacroMedia Flash and MacroMedia ShockWave
multimedia features for your website. These technologies can be used
to enhance your overall sites appearance and design.
MySQL Database Hosting
MySQL is the world's most popular open source database, designed for
speed, power and precision in light use. MySQL database(s) are included
with certain Linux and Windows hosting plans!
PostgreSQL Database Hosting
PostgreSQL was designed for speed, power and precision in mission
critical, heavy load use. It supports advanced features that MySQL
cannot compete with, while maintaining a high-speed performance. Since
PostgreSQL is complex, it is recommended only for sophisticated users.
PostgreSQL database(s) are included with certain Linux and Windows
hosting plans.
Webalizer and ModLogan Statistics
We offer complete server log file analysis via Webalizer and ModLogan.
These programs produce highly detailed, easily configurable usage
reports in HTML format for viewing with a standard web browser.
WAP - Wireless Application Protocol
You will be able to service HTTP (web content via www.yourdomain.com)
and FTP content via a FTP account under your domain name, you can
also host web pages that are accessible via the Wireless Application
Protocol. Such web pages can be read by cell phones. Many popular
websites make use of this option already - and now you can have it
with your own website! Host your own WAP-website under your regular
website!
Windows Hosting Features
Active Server Pages
ASP is fully supported by all Windows hosting plans. With ASP, you
can write truly dynamic or database-driven web pages! Query your MS
SQL, ODBC or MS Access databases from your Windows hosting account.
ASP employs a scripting environment with VBScript being the default
scripting language.
Please note: ASP is not available for any Linux hosting plans. It
is available for all Windows hosting plans.
Cold Fusion
ColdFusion has been developed to be a simple to use yet powerful alternative
to Perl and other CGI technologies. Cold Fusions' "Cold Fusion Markup
Language" (CFML) makes web programming easy for new developers. With
70+ CFML tags and over 200 custom functions practically any web application
can be built quickly. Tools like the server side includes "<CFINCLUDE>"
help speeding up the development and improve the readability of any
web site.
SQL Server 2000
SQL Server 2000 provides the enterprise data management platform your
organization needs to adapt quickly in a fast-changing environment.
The MS SQL Server exceeds dependability requirements and provides
innovative capabilities that increase employee effectiveness, integrate
heterogeneous IT ecosystems, and maximize capital and operating budgets.
All Windows hosting plans include MS SQL database(s).
Control Panel
Ixwebhosting's control panel is very
easy to use and allows for quite a bit of customer control. The main
features of the program are:
- Multiple Domain Management
- Real-Time Email Management
- FTP Access Management (only Linux Plans)
- Password Protected Directory Manager
There is one drawback to the control panel. The ability to view the incoming IP's that have visited your site. This can be resolved by using a metrics based analytics program. These tend to be much more inuitive and elaborate than control panel analytics anyways.
Support
Ixwebhosting includes several different support
options of which are all reliable and responsive. At this current
time we have received no negative feedback regarding Ixwebhosting.com's
support. Average response time for an email is approximately 24hrs,
but there are phone and live chat options if a quicker response is
needed.
Reliability
Ixwebhosting has one of the top reputations
for server reliability and uptimes for hosted websites. To stand behind
their service, Ixwebhosting offers a full 30 day, 100% money back
guarantee.
In Summary:
In conclusion we feel that Ixwebhosting is
consitently good with all of the services that they provide. With
some of the most cost-effective hosting packages in the industry,
Ixwebhosting is a recommended hosting solution.ss. Our overall score
for Ixwebhosting.com is 4.5/5.
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