Hosting is a service that allows you to host your website or application on a server. It is a physical server that is owned and operated by a hosting company. Cloud hosting, on the other hand, is a type of hosting that uses cloud computing technology to store and manage data and host websites or applications. It is a virtual server that is hosted on a network of servers, which can provide scalability and reliability. Additionally, it is more cost effective than traditional hosting, as it does not require a physical server.