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Dedicated Server

End-users do not purchase a dedicated server. Instead, the term dedicated server refers to a type of leasing agreement. Here the client-in most cases a large business- leases a server that is not used by anyone else.

Having a dedicated server agreement gives an enterprise more flexibility and control. The enterprise can pick whatever operating system and hardware it wants. The hardware is owned by a third party who provides technical support.

There are no standards within the industry that clearly define the role of service providers that host a dedicated server. Therefore, it is incumbent upon the enterprise to carefully read all service level agreements (SLAs). There should also be notes in the agreement about consequences for server downtime.

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