While various social activities are now being conducted online because of the novel Coronavirus, it is still as important as ever to maintain information security measures. Especially for corporate websites, the introduction of SSL certificates is indispensable.
What is an SSL certificate?
SSL certificates are a form of technology that encrypts communication on the Internet and allows users to access websites safely. The introduction of an SSL certificate to a website encrypts all data sent and received between the server and user, making unauthorized access, data tampering, and wiretapping extremely difficult.
As an indication of greater security, websites with SSL certificates will have a URL that starts with “https://” instead of “http://.” Nowadays, when users use most major web browsers to access websites without SSL certificates, they will receive warning messages regarding security and communication.
The need to migrate SSL certificates to TLS1.2
In order to operate websites with complete peace of mind, it has become indispensable to use SSL certificates. However, since SSL (and its successor SSL/TLS) is constantly upgraded to keep pace with developments in technology, security cannot be ensured unless the latest version is installed.
Currently, there is a strong demand for the use of SSL/TLS 1.2 or later versions. Earlier versions have serious vulnerabilities and are not recommended due to security concerns.
Tsukaeru SSL Certificates: Safe and secure
Tsukaeru offers “Tsukaeru SSL Certificates,” a service that allows you to easily and inexpensively install SSL certificates. You can rest assured that the latest version of the SSL certificate, as well as full technical support, will ensure the highest level of security.
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Complete site security with cloud VPS
If you are thinking about introducing SSL certificates to your website, why not consider moving your website server to a cloud VPS as well?
Because of the excellent balance of cost, performance, and flexible scalability, VPS is becoming the most popular server choice. By focusing on security measures, Tsukaeru Cloud VPS provides a more secure environment for your website.
For a limited time (until 6/30), Tsukaeru is offering a new server transfer for 50% off the monthly fee for the first contract! Please don’t wait to take advantage of this opportunity.
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Servers are essential for running a company’s websites or systems.
While it is common to choose a “dedicated” or “shared” server, do you know about the new, popular “VPS” option?
What is VPS in the first place?
VPS stands for “Virtual Private Server,” and as the name implies, the basic idea is to create a dedicated server in a virtual environment.
What makes VPS a game-changer is that one physical server is virtually divided by “virtualization technology” for each user. By adopting this technology, it is possible to create multiple “virtual servers” in one physical server and place independent environments (individual memory, disk space, software, etc.) each one.
Since each virtual server is independent, there is little chance that one will affect another.
DIfferences between VPS, dedicated servers, and shared servers
A dedicated server is a service in which one physical server is contracted for the exclusive use of the customer’s choice. It provides the highest degree of flexibility and stability but a slightly higher cost.
A shared server is a service where multiple users share a physical server. It has the lowest price and is a popular choice with those who just want simple usage (site operation, mail account management, etc.) One disadvantage can be limited custom settings and usage may be affected by other users.
VPS is a service that balances the benefits of both, providing a similar flexibility to that of a dedicated server along with lower costs like a shared server.
What is the difference between a container type VPS and VM type VPS?
There are two main types of VPS: container type and VM type.
The container type is a method of realizing virtualization by arranging a package called a “container” (a collection of software and various operating environments ) on one host operating system.
The VM type, on the other hand, is a method for realizing virtualization by preparing a guest operating system for each user on top of the host operating system and creating a “virtual machine” like a dedicated server.
The container type VPS has the following advantages:
・Effortless operation
・Flexible and effective use of resources
・Simple and easy environment construction
The VM type VPS has the following advantages:
・User can select guest operating system
・More finely customizable than container type
Recently, users are more likely to select the flexible container type, but in some cases, VM type is the better option if more detailed settings are necessary.
Advantages of Tsukaeru Cloud VPS
Tsukaeru Cloud VPS is becoming a popular VPS service of choice. Here is a summary of some of the advantages:
・Flexibility:：Container or VM type can be selected. For VM type, Linux and Windows operating systems can be chosen.
・High availability（HA configuration）：In the unlikely event of a physical failure, relocation of services will take minutes as compared to several hours.
・Plesk：Equipped with Plesk, the latest version of the powerful and easy-to-use server management tool, you can easily manage your server from the browser window.
・Various templates: Server specifications can be selected to create combinations to suit your needs.
・Safe and secure: Tsukaeru servers operate in an extremely secure domestic data center with the highest levels of
security always maintained.
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Currently, Tsukaeru Cloud VPS is being offered at a 50% discount. In addition, if you sign up for a one-year contract, the initial setup costs will be waived. This campaign is only available until June 30th, 2020, so don’t miss the chance!
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Servers are indispensable for building websites and other systems. There are two main types of servers: a “dedicated server” that occupies the entire physical server, and a “shared server” that shares a single server with multiple users. Recently, “Cloud VPS” has attracted attention as a third option.
What is Cloud VPS?
Cloud VPS is a popular hosting service now called a “virtual private server.” While comparable to a shared server having multiple users of a single server, it uses virtual technology to create a highly flexible environment similar to a dedicated server. “Cloud VPS” is an upgrade from the regular VPS of the past that did not include a highly available environment that prevents long outages due to physical server crashes or failure, that could lead to hours of downtime.
In the case of shared hosting, the operating system, memory, software and all other resources. are shared by a large number of users. Although this offers the benefit of lower costs, its use can be easily affected by other users’ resource usage, and performance tends to be affected. Limited customization is also another drawback.
On the other hand, with Cloud VPS, the same hardware is utilized, but each user’s usage area is separated by virtualization technology. Memory is allocated independently, and the OS can be different, as well. As a result, stable performance can be secured regardless of other users, and flexible customization is possible similar to a dedicated server.
Advantages of using Cloud VPS
The greatest advantage of Cloud VPS is a flexible and stable server environment that is similar to a dedicated server at a low price as low as a shared server.
With Cloud VPS, it is possible to choose your favorite OS (Linux or Windows), as well as freely install applications and customize OS settings and functions.
As mentioned above, Cloud VPS are not affected by other users accessing the same hardware. Therefore, there is almost no possibility of the “bad neighbor” problems that tend to occur with shared servers, such as slow website operation due to excessive server load caused by other users hosted on the same environment.
Plesk is easy to use even with zero experience
Although Cloud VPS has many benefits, one weak point is that it can be difficult to use without specialized knowledge of server operations (such as command line operations). Unlike shared servers, Cloud VPS offers a high degree of freedom, but without a certain level of knowledge and skills, it is often underutilized.
The easy-to-use management tool “Plesk” has solved this problem. Once installed, Plesk provides an intuitive visual interface that is easy for beginners to understand. Cloud VPS can be managed, operated, and customized with simple mouse operation in your browser. In other words, Cloud VPS can be operated as easily as using the settings screen of a computer or the management screen of a blog.
With Tsukaeru Cloud VPS, the latest version of Plesk can be installed, allowing even beginners to implement server management. Our full support system is also a very popular option.
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Tuskaeru currently has a Christmas campaign for Cloud VPS. If you sign up by 12/25, the monthly usage fee will be 50% off the regular price! When renewing the contract period, the price will return to the normal price. Also, with a one-year or longer contract, the setup fee will be waived.
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