GreatHost VPS Enhancements π
GreatHost introduces major upgrades for VPS deployments improving control, flexibility, and performance
US Server Locations πΊπΈ
Users can now deploy VPS on physical servers located in the United States. Benefits include
- Lower latency for North American users π
- Access to international infrastructure with high stability β‘
- Optimized experience for globally distributed projects
KVM Virtualization Support π»
Previously VPS were limited to LXC containers. Now KVM is fully supported providing
- Full hardware-level virtualization allowing direct control of CPU, memory, and device assignment π₯οΈ
- Complete isolation of the virtual environment increasing security and reliability π
- Ability to run custom kernels and operating systems without restrictions βοΈ
- Ideal for advanced workloads, software testing, and production environments
LXC Containers π³
LXC remains available for lightweight, high-density VPS deployments offering
- Efficient resource usage with minimal overhead
- Fast provisioning and easy scaling
- Ideal for web applications, microservices, and small development environments
Benefits of New Options β¨
- Users can choose between lightweight LXC or full-featured KVM depending on workload
- Flexible server location selection Spain or US to optimize latency
- Greater control over the environment and system configuration