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Joomla! is a dynamic content managemet system. That means, content is stored in a mySql database and the pages are generated on the fly as needed. For this reason, Joomla! based websites generally are slightly more resource intensive than static html based websites. This is also true with other content management systems like Drupal, Wordpress etc.
Some webhosts are highly experienced with Joomla hosting, not that it needs any special web environment, but it helps to go with those who are experienced.
Here are our recommendation to choose the best web host for your Joomla! based site:
- Bluehost
- Siteground
- + More at our hosting advice center
 Bluehost
Bluehost was founded in 1996, making them one of the oldest web hosting providers still operating. The fact that they have managed to survive in the often cut-throat web hosting business says a lot about the quality of services that they provide.
Their professional Web Hosting plans include all the features you are looking for at the best possible price.
- Fantastico with Joomla! Installation
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UNLIMITED Hosting Space (NEW!)
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UNLIMITED File Transfer (NEW!)
- web hostingHost UNLIMITED Domains!!!
- 2,500 POP/Imap Email Accounts
- SSH (Secure Shell), SSL, FTP, Stats
- CGI, Ruby (RoR), Perl, PHP, MySQL
- 2000/2002 Front Page Extensions
- Free Domain Forever!
- Free Site Builder (NEW)
- 24/7 Superb/Responsive Sales/Support
We highly recommend Bluehost!
 Siteground
Everything you need for your Joomla website in one All-Inclusive Joomla Hosting Package with great features, fast and secure servers, multiple extras, and high quality customer service!
Siteground has been providing Joomla hosting services since the day Joomla! was released. SiteGround is the first host to provide free installation of Joomla 1.5 (the much improved and highly acclaimed version of the CMS) for its users. Siteground currently provides web space for more than 60,000 Joomla websites. They also have numerous tutorials specifically for Joomla webmasters like you. The tutorials include both information for newbies, as well as advance instructions on how to install Joomla addons etc. SiteGround has provided numerous free templates for Joomla too and now has the richest collection of free Joomla 1.5 templates with new releases every week. Joomla Hosting Features
Siteground offers one feature-rich plan that perfectly accommodates Joomla 1.0.x and Joomla 1.5.x sites. Over the last year, SiteGround increased its space and bandwidth quota several times and kept the same low price. SiteGround offers the best price ($5.95/mo) and the best space and traffic quotas, plus free domain, free Joomla installation and more.
Siteground provides 24/7 technical assistance support. The best part here is that SiteGround support team members receive a special Joomla-related training. They provide assistance in setting up Joomla websites, moving existing websites over to their servers, installing Joomla templates, installing addons for Joomla, and migrating Joomla 1.0 to Joomla 1.5.
We highly recommend Siteground too!
Once you settle on your host, if you would like to keep a track of the downtime etc with SMS and email notifications, check out , a Joomlaspan Service!
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