Forem: web_learning

Shared Hosting vs VPS - what’s the real difference?

web_learning — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:28:03 +0000

When launching a website, one of the first decisions you’ll face is choosing the right hosting model. Two of the most common options are shared hosting and VPS hosting.

With shared hosting, multiple websites run on the same server and share its resources (CPU, RAM, bandwidth). It’s the most affordable option and easy to get started with - which is why many beginners choose it.

But there’s a trade-off: performance and reliability can be affected if other sites on the same server experience traffic spikes or issues.

A VPS (Virtual Private Server) works differently. The physical server is divided into isolated virtual environments where each user gets dedicated resources and greater control over the system.

That means:
✔️ More predictable performance
✔️ Better security isolation
✔️ Root access and customization
✔️ Easier scaling as your site grows

Of course, VPS hosting typically costs more and requires a bit more technical knowledge - but for growing projects, the flexibility can be worth it.

If you’re deciding between the two, this guide from Webdock breaks it down clearly:
👉 https://webdock.io/learn/shared-hosting-vs-vps/

Webdock vs Contabo - Which VPS provider makes more sense in 2026?

web_learning — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:58:38 +0000

If you’re choosing a VPS provider, this comparison is worth a look.

On one side: Contabo
Known for extremely competitive pricing and large resource allocations (lots of RAM + CPU for the money).

On the other: Webdock
Focused on performance, built-in tooling, daily backups, integrated control panel, and a more streamlined developer experience.

💡 The real difference?

• Contabo → Maximum resources at minimum price
• Webdock → More built-in features, cleaner UX, fewer add-ons

So it comes down to priorities:
Are you optimizing for raw cost per GB of RAM?
Or for simplicity, stability, and included infrastructure tools?

Full comparison here:
https://webdock.io/comparisons/contabo/

Webdock vs Contabo - Which VPS provider makes more sense in 2026?

web_learning — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:58:24 +0000

If you’re choosing a VPS provider, this comparison is worth a look.

On one side: Contabo
Known for extremely competitive pricing and large resource allocations (lots of RAM + CPU for the money).

On the other: Webdock
Focused on performance, built-in tooling, daily backups, integrated control panel and a more streamlined developer experience.

💡 The real difference?

• Contabo → Maximum resources at minimum price
• Webdock → More built-in features, cleaner UX, fewer add-ons

So it comes down to priorities:
Are you optimizing for raw cost per GB of RAM?
Or for simplicity, stability, and included infrastructure tools?

Full comparison here:
https://webdock.io/comparisons/contabo/

Need more IPv4 addresses for your infrastructure - or want to reserve one for a “just in case” scenario?

web_learning — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:41:31 +0000

You can now expand your Webdock VPS easily:
• Add additional IPv4 addresses at €1.75/month each - manage them directly from your dashboard.

• Reserve an IP for future use, archiving or prep work without immediate assignment.

• No strict upper limit, as long as allocations adhere to RIPE/ARIN policies - ideal for apps, proxies, multi-tenant setups.

⚠️ Note: Additional IPs are not for email sending purposes.

🔗 Get all the details here: https://webdock.io/en/products/add-ons/ip-addresses

Thinking about SSL but don’t want the extra cost or hassle?

web_learning — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:40:07 +0000

With Webdock, free SSL certificates are built-in - and it’s not just about cost savings:
• One-click Let’s Encrypt support via the Control Panel.

• Certificates auto-renew, so you don’t need to manually track expiry dates.

• Your site gets HTTPS by default, improving both trust and SEO without extra steps.

No marketing hype. Just inclusive security for every site.

🔗 Dive into the full guide: https://webdock.io/en/free-ssl-certificates

Struggling with deliverability or complex email configs for your app?

web_learning — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:39:13 +0000

Webdock now supports sending transactional emails via Postmark - simple, reliable and built for developers:
• Link your domain in the Control Panel → DNS records for verification.

• Use the Postmark API key or plugin (WordPress etc) for seamless integration.

• Focus on your app logic - let Postmark handle fast delivery and inbox reliability.

🔗 Full setup guide: https://webdock.io/en/docs/webdock-control-panel/getting-started/sending-emails-using-postmark

Not sure whether to use VMs or containers for your next setup?

web_learning — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:09:11 +0000

Here’s what you need to know:
• VMs virtualize the hardware layer, run their own OS, and offer strong isolation - but come with extra overhead.

•Containers share the host OS kernel, are lighter-weight and faster to start - but trade some isolation for efficiency.

•The right choice depends on your workload: legacy apps or multi-OS needs → VM. Fast scalability, microservices, and CI/CD cycles → Containers.

🔗 Read the full Webdock guide here: https://webdock.io/en/docs/mastering-web-fundamentals/server-fundamentals/vms-vs-containers

Ever struggled with unexpected req.body values or mismatched types in your Node.js API?

web_learning — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:54:39 +0000

Parsing requests isn’t just calling JSON.parse() - it’s handling raw bytes, headers, content-types and boundaries correctly.

This guide from Webdock breaks it down:

•How Node.js handles different body formats (application/json, x-www-form-urlencoded, multipart/form-data)  
•What happens under the hood when the data arrives, how streams, buffers and encoding play a role
•Practical code examples showing correct parsing and common pitfalls

📘 Read it here: https://webdock.io/en/docs/how-guides/javascript-guides/deep-dive-request-parsing-nodejs

Isolated containers and persistent data - set it up once and forget the mess.

web_learning — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 08:57:22 +0000

Our latest guide shows you how to create and manage both networks and volumes in Docker on a Webdock server:
• Create custom Docker networks (bridge, overlay, macvlan) and attach/detach containers.

• Manage Docker volumes: create named volumes, attach them to containers, inspect and remove unused ones.

• Best practices: isolate services via networks, persist app data via volumes, and avoid data loss on container restarts.

🔗 Full guide: https://webdock.io/en/docs/how-guides/docker-guides/how-to-create-and-manage-docker-networks-and-docker-volumes

Want full control over your containers?

web_learning — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 08:56:09 +0000

Our guide walks you through building custom Docker images on your Webdock server - from base image to production-ready:
• Start with a reliable base image and tidy up what you don’t need
• Add your dependencies, config files and environment variables via a Dockerfile
• Tag the image correctly, push it into your registry (or keep it local)
• Run containers based on your image: same setup every time, no surprises

🔗 Full walkthrough: https://webdock.io/en/docs/how-guides/docker-guides/how-create-custom-docker-images

Still dealing with “valid token” errors and no idea which token triggered them?

web_learning — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:46:21 +0000

Tracking JWTs only in cache is fragile. This guide shows how to persist tokens, pair access + refresh, and blacklist safely - so you stay in control when things go sideways.

In the walkthrough you’ll learn how to:
•Create a tokens table with user_id, JTI, type, status, payload.
•Save every issued access & refresh token in the DB and link them.
•In middleware, check auth()->getToken()->get() & reject tokens not found in DB.
•Enable logout-all-devices: iterate through user’s tokens and invalidate each.

If you’re building a JWT-based API with Laravel and want scalable, auditable auth - not just “it works” - this is a must-read.

🔗 Full guide: https://webdock.io/en/docs/how-guides/laravel-guides/database-and-tracking-json-web-tokens-jwt-part-3

Using JWTs and not sure what’s really going on under the hood?

web_learning — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:45:15 +0000

This guide from Webdock walks through the structure, lifecycle and security of JWTs - and what you should really be paying attention to:
•Header · Payload · Signature - decoded, explained and tested.

•Why anyone can decode the payload, but only the signature guarantees it wasn’t tampered with.
•How to pick lifetimes, define custom claims without colliding with reserved names - and why that matters.

🔗 Read the full guide: https://webdock.io/en/docs/how-guides/laravel-guides/anatomy-json-web-tokens-jwt