Need Expert Input On Careful Server Plan

[swguy]

Right - I would still consider freelancers to be "your own staff" versus the staff of your hoster - since in the former case, you have some control.

[ShopVille]

Right - I would still consider freelancers to be "your own staff" versus the staff of your hoster - since in the former case, you have some control.

Exactly, if anyone wishes (and if it is not against forum rules) PM me

[dbltoe]

IMHO, the main concern with freelance is that it's often REactive versus PROactive. Make sure you are getting preventative services in your negotiations. They can be automated, but the adage of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" does NOT apply to servers.

[web-project]

You would be much better off with a managed VPS on A2, HostGator, etc.

System Administration is a specialized skill set that takes a long time to master. You're better off hiring it done if you're not an experienced pro.

definitely good recommendation as if you don't know what better, I personally think you will not be able to setup your self.

MariaDB is must as much quicker and better than just MySQL, the Nginx Or Apache or LiteSpeed all of them are great in right hands, as all of them can be optimised.

[ShopVille]

definitely good recommendation as if you don't know what better, I personally think you will not be able to setup your self.

MariaDB is must as much quicker and better than just MySQL, the Nginx Or Apache or LiteSpeed all of them are great in right hands, as all of them can be optimised.

Well now that I have got the right individual on board, my question is from a zencart perspective, what to the devs here recommend? MySQL or MariaDB and Nginx Hybrid Or Apache? (I already know Nginx is off)

[jimmie]

google this, the perfect Server, i have had no prior experience, but have learned so much. the day i installed my server and than Zen-Cart is Jan 3, 2013 No Problems since.