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Based out of Toronto, Ontario, with U.S. offices in Buffalo, New York, Netfirms was founded in 1999 with the express purpose of providing hosting solutions for small businesses. Since then, Netfirms has grown into a worldwide provider and domain name registrar and hosts more than 1.2 million web sites.
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With its own dedicated data center based in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, IX Web Hosting was founded in 1999 and has experienced consistent growth ever since. Ecommerce Corporation, its parent company, operates its tech center just across from its data center and is serviced by several Tier-1 Internet backbone providers.
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Netfirms Pros:
- Multiple packages available for business-specific needs
- Environmentally friendly policies and practices
- 30-day money-back guarantee
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IX Web Pros:
- Multiple plans with a variety of different options and costs
- No data transfer or disk space limitations
- Generous free marketing options included
- Any-Time money-back guarantee
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Netfirms Cons:
- Pricing slightly above average; cheaper plan available
- Service in 12-month terms only, no other length available
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IX Web Cons:
- Database, scripting and e-commerce options not available with basic package
- Listed monthly rate only offered with several restrictions
- Sign-up options may lead to additional costs
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Netfirms Conclusion
Netfirms provides some of the best options optimized specifically for small business needs. With features not as robust as some other hosting services, some of the specific tools available through Netfirms may benefit a business just beginning with their web site. Also, with the launch of Netfirms Green, they have begun an in-house initiative to reduce their environmental footprint and energy usage.
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IX Web Conclusion
IX Web Hosting offers a wide range of consumer packages with a variety of desirable options, including some not always offered by providers and also lacking some considered almost basic. Their dedication to customer service has won them multiple awards and recognition, and the free marketing add-ons included with even the basic package make them an attractive vendor.
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