<p>This article explains what web hosting is and how it allows a website to be accessible on the internet. It also introduces common types of hosting environments.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>What web hosting is&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Web hosting is a service that stores your website’s files and makes them available online. When someone enters your domain name in a browser, the hosting server delivers your website content to the visitor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These files can include pages, images, videos, and application data required for the website to function.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>How web hosting works&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Web hosting uses servers that are connected to the internet. These servers store website data and respond to requests from users.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When a visitor accesses your website, the following process takes place:&nbsp;</p>

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	<li>The browser sends a request to the hosting server &nbsp;</li>
	<li>The server processes the request &nbsp;</li>
	<li>The website content is delivered to the browser &nbsp;</li>
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<p>This process allows users to view and interact with your website.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Types of web hosting environments&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Web hosting can run on different operating systems. The two most common environments are:&nbsp;</p>

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	<li><a href="/help/article/cd-what-is-linux-hosting">Linux hosting</a> &nbsp;</li>
	<li><a href="/help/article/cd-what-is-windows-hosting">Windows hosting</a> &nbsp;</li>
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<p>Each environment supports different technologies and configurations.&nbsp;</p>

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What Is Web Hosting

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