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Based in Phoenix, Arizona, StartLogic utilizes more than 800 servers for a secure network infrastructure with a great deal of redundancy for increased reliability and responsiveness. With more than 100,000 customers worldwide, StartLogic continuously wins industry awards for reliability and customer satisfaction.
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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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StartLogic Pros:
- Long list of standard database, script and e-commerce options
- Lower monthly rate for transfer customers
- 30-day "no-questions-asked" money-back guarantee
- 99.9% uptime guaranteed
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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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StartLogic Cons:
- Online sign-up forms found to be buggy and error-prone
- Listed rate only available on 12 or 24 month packages
- Setup and domain registration fees not refundable
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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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StartLogic Conclusion
With their redundant server network design, StartLogic is consistently rated highest in reliability, uptime and customer satisfaction. Along their standard ProLogic package, they also offer several other packages including options that may be better suited to other individuals or businesses, depending on their specific needs.
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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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