[Uaflug] Online Shell Accounts

[Joshua J. Kugler]

On Tuesday 30 September 2008, roger said something like:
> mmm... VPS Linux plans.  Yup.  Was looking at spending a few $ a
> month or year for one for kicks.  $100/mo seems bit wee pricey! 
> Think I'd rather ditch $100 on heating costs here. ;-)
>
> However, just realized VPS/Virtual Servers are another slang term for
> shell accounts, ... but I'm guessing this is "corporate lingo".
> <grin>

No, VPS systems are virtual machines running an OS.  You get full root 
access to your VPS, etc.

BTW, Linode is a great service, and a lot lower than $100/month.  Check 
it out.

j


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