Dedicated web hosting is the most robust type of hosting. In dedicated hosting, you lease the entire web server and have access to all its resources.
Hardware and networking configurations can be customized; CPU, memory, storage space and bandwidth requirements can all be tailored to your needs. Specialized applications, reporting, monitoring and security software can all be used at your discretion. The server is not shared with any other websites and therefore cannot affect them.
Dedicated website hosting is ideal for large high-traffic websites, complex web-based applications, and resource intensive websites that require customized configuration. They offer unparalleled access to powerful server
Having your own web server, the additional control and unrestricted access does come at a cost. Dedicated hosting is typically the most expensive hosting solution. In addition to higher monthly rates, the initial set up fees are often higher as it can be more time consuming to set up a web server for a single user and customizing it. You may also have additional costs in license fees for a web server control panel, a database or database server, reporting software, or email server. These features, which can be found on shared hosts for a fraction of the cost, are your responsibility because you carry the burden of the cost alone.
Beyond cost, it is imperative that you have the knowledge to manage a web server. You will need to know how to solve problems remotely, understanding the operating system, network protocols, security and scripting issues, and software installed on the web server. Hosting companies will replace or manage the hardware if the develop problems but very few will help with the server set up or issues related to your software or website script. If they do offer those services they will be an additional charge most frequently an hourly rate.
The most robust and powerful hosting option comes with a price tag. Experienced developers or system administrators are usually required to set up and maintain a dedicated server but with the cost and knowledge comes a freedom and level of control unparalleled by any other hosting option.