I need some advice on what direction to move my forum. I have had two different hosts in the last 3 years and now running into trouble again with load times. He claims I am on a VPS currently however I question that.
But when is it time to make this move to a more expensive server? My growth is steady but not insane. We gain on average 4-5 new members per day. Average around 5000 visitors (unique) per day. Currently 8400 members but around say 20% max active.
Current provider says we have 1GB RAM and that is the issue. Recommends 3GB minimum. All the rest of the parameters are OK in terms of size, space etc. Load times are getting worse. I want to do the best I can for my members but I want to do this one more time and not every 2 years. If I have to spend the money I will but I need to know what is required and not be sold a bunch of stuff that is not required.
Any experience from other owners would be appreciated.
But when is it time to make this move to a more expensive server? My growth is steady but not insane. We gain on average 4-5 new members per day. Average around 5000 visitors (unique) per day. Currently 8400 members but around say 20% max active.
Current provider says we have 1GB RAM and that is the issue. Recommends 3GB minimum. All the rest of the parameters are OK in terms of size, space etc. Load times are getting worse. I want to do the best I can for my members but I want to do this one more time and not every 2 years. If I have to spend the money I will but I need to know what is required and not be sold a bunch of stuff that is not required.
Any experience from other owners would be appreciated.
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