A dedicated server is one that the user has exclusive access to. In other words, the installed resources and components (CPU, RAM, storage, network access, etc.) are exclusively available to a single dedicated server user. The advantages of this are: There are no other users depending on your hardware The price/performance ratio of dedicated servers is better than that of virtualized servers A high level of computing power is available. The special features of IONOS dedicated hosting are: Flexibility – With IONOS, users can rent dedicated servers on demand. There is no minimum contract term and our services are available within minutes of purchasing. Functionality – With our Cloud Panel, you can add numerous cloud features, such as shared storage or a load balancer, to your environment at any time. Support – Users can benefit from our exceptional service and receive a personal contact who will provide advice and assistance with any technical challenges or configuration questions you might have. Please feel free to email or call us at any time.