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Dedicated server

Quick answer · What is Dedicated server?

A physical server allocated to one customer rather than a shared customer environment.

IN PRACTICE

Dedicated server: an example

An organization uses one machine for a workload requiring a specific hardware configuration.

KEEP IN MIND

Dedicated hardware does not automatically supply redundancy, backups, or managed administration.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a practical example of Dedicated server?

An organization uses one machine for a workload requiring a specific hardware configuration.

Does dedicated hardware automatically include backups and redundancy?

Dedicated hardware does not automatically supply redundancy, backups, or managed administration.

Which concepts should I read alongside Dedicated server?

Virtual machine: A software-defined computer that runs a guest operating system using resources supplied by a host.
Backup: A recoverable copy of data or system state kept to support restoration after loss or unwanted change.