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Move to WebFaction

Finding the right Web host isn’t easy. Google "<web host name> review" for virtually any host out there, and you will find a plethora of both positive and negative feedback. Chances are, you’re going to find more negative feedback than positive just about every time. A month or so ago, when I was looking for a Web host for super-cooper.com, I spent alot, and I mean alot of time researching Web hosts. Apparently I didn’t do that great of a job the first time around. I chose AN Hosting , mostly because they were recommended by WordPress (although rumor has it that the WP folks get a kickback from those recommendations, which would not surprise me at all) and also because the number of negative reviews I found about them was small. Don’t get me wrong, the service was OK, and their plans are well-stocked, but the reliability and the speed just weren’t there. So last week, when I came across Brian’s post where he asked for options on a new host, I realized from the comments that I had to look into WebFaction - almost everyone who commented on his post recommended them. So I decided to switch. What a charm. Sign up was a breeze, and boy is this site faster. WebFaction claims to not "max out" their servers, and so far, I believe them. The list of what they provide is unique, so go check it out . I’m really dyin’ to get my GeoDjango on…