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What is Google Drive? Google’s cloud storage explained simply

What is Google Drive? Google’s cloud storage comes with every Google account and offers 15 GB of free storage for your files, contacts and email conversations. Google Drive is also a handy tool for collaborating on projects. What else makes Google Drive one of the best cloud…

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What is Nextcloud? The functions and advantages explained

A cloud with full control over your own data offers many advantages to companies. The open-source software Nextcloud was developed with precisely this goal in mind. The cloud solution offers all the useful functions for your own cloud, including uploads, cross-platform use, file…

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What is file hosting and what different services are there?

File-hosting services are a part of everyday digital life. Cloud services are not only preinstalled on many smartphones but are often also linked to operating systems. However, there are often security and data protection concerns when it comes to file hosting. We show you what…

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What are the best file sharing services in 2025?

File sharing services like WeTransfer and HiDrive Share make it easy to share large files via links and email. And while such services are often free and don’t require you to sign up, more and more file sharing platforms are offering accounts that give users access to cloud…

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What ownCloud alternatives are there?

ownCloud is a popular cloud storage with synchronisation features. If you’re looking for more flexibility or better team functions, you should take a look at powerful ownCloud alternatives. In this article, we introduce you to recommended solutions, from open source to…

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What are the best Dropbox alternatives? A comparison

Dropbox is one of the most famous and most successful cloud storage services available. Its success is largely due to its many features and ease of use. But when it comes to data protection and maximum free online storage space, this popular app isn’t the pick of the bunch.…

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What are the best Google Drive alternatives? 7 solutions

Google Drive is one of the most popular solutions of its kind. Users appreciate the large amount of free storage and the fact that it can be used with other Google services. Nevertheless, looking for a Google Drive alternative can be worthwhile. When it comes to aspects such as…

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What are the best Android cloud apps 2025 for storage?

Android users are well aware of how difficult it is to create a complete backup using the internal data backup function. The solution: Google Drive cloud storage. But if you’re hesitant to store all your data with Google, you’ll have to look for another Android online storage…

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Which storage service is best? Dropbox vs Google Drive

What do photo sharing, document collaboration and backups for important files all have in common? They can be done online with cloud storage solutions. While there are plenty of providers on the market, we’ll compare two of the oldest ones: Dropbox vs Google Drive. Find out what…

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What are the best online backup services? A comparison

Many people use several different devices to store their data on, but what should you do if your data carrier fails, or your data gets lost? Backing up data is extremely important. With an online backup of your data, you don’t have to worry about losing important files. How do…

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Server

IONOS Server Guide: professional tips on configuration and administration

Servers are what make up the physical basis of the internet. Setting up your own professional site, putting products online for sale, or connecting multiple company locations with one another: all of these tasks require the support of high-performance computers. And it doesn’t matter if you purchase hardware resources for your own data center or opt for the flexibility of cloud services: operating a server comes with the challenge of independently configuring and administering hardware components. But don’t worry, there’s a lot of support out there for these tasks. In the Server Guide of IONOS’s Digital Guide series, you’ll find regular articles, news, and tutorials on how to operate this indispensable component of today’s IT infrastructure.

Server information for businesses, developers, and tech hobbyists

Packed with practical tips, our guide covers a wide spectrum of topics primarily aimed at mid-sized companies, freelance developers, and tech hobbyists. While some articles, like ‘What is a server?’ or ‘DNS – name resolution online’ cater more to beginners, experts are by no means left hanging; there’s a wide range of detailed texts and tutorials on important tasks like choosing the best operating system, filling security gaps, or getting the best possible performance out of your software and hardware.

What you can expect in the IONOS Server Guide

If you take a look, you’ll notice our guide is divided into four different subcategories, each covering a different topic. The ‘KnowHow’ area sets out to familiarise beginners with the basics of operating a server. Details on different server types and how to use them are also laid out here. Tips and tricks on managing server software is found under the keyword, ‘Configuration’. The category, ‘Security’ is all about dealing with potential problems server operators may encounter from online threats. Conventional methods of attack, like viruses, worms, and Trojans, and what you can do to combat them are explained here. And the category, ‘Tools’, provides useful guidance on what resources can help make administering your server a more manageable task.