I have VPS with Dream Host. I typically have used this for blogs and WP sites.
I understand the basics but usually outsource anything complicated ---
What is the difference between beyond hosting VPS and something like this? I am afraid if I stick with current I wont have the tool I need but afraid if I switch then I wont know what the heck to do! I've been with Dream host for a long time!
They are the same thing. A VPS is a VPS. All that matters is page loading speed and the server spec. Compare them and see what's better.
Have you ever had any issues with DH, is support fast? The main thing to compare is page load times without cache/cdn setup.
When you have things running then consider CDN.
Thank you! I have been with them so long because support is a dream!! Even when I F$# it up they fix it with a smile, fast! We will see about load times though...
VPS is just a term, it means Virtual Private Server - the hosting company can "create" several VPS on a single machine, that's why it's called a "virtual" server.
The key is how fast infrastructure a certain hosting company has/uses, this is where the differences between hosting companies are. I don't have personal experience with dreamhost, but run some speed tests and if it shows good results, you can stay there.