Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is PHP?
PHP is an HTML-embedded scripting language. Much of its syntax is borrowed from C, Java and Perl with a couple of unique PHP-specific features thrown in. The goal of the language is to allow web developers to write dynamically generated pages quickly.
2. What versions of PHP are installed on your servers?
We install all versions of PHP on our servers. Even the latest version PHP5. All versions of PHP are completely compatible on our systems as well, meaning you can mix and match your scripts regardless of what version they depend on.
3. What is Internet Connection's approach to the security of PHP?
Our approach to the security of PHP is unsurpassed. All permissions are set the user-level (UID) ensuring that your installation of PHP is not subject to malicious attacks.
4. How flexible is your PHP Hosting package?
Very flexible. With Internet Connection™ Specialized PHP Hosting you have access to your PHP.INI file with full editing capabilities. You can taylor your PHP installation to suit your needs.
5. Can I install Joomla, Drupal, (insert your favorite PHP program here) on my account?
Yes you can! Virtually any third party PHP application can be installed on your account. Sometimes certain third party applications become so popular with our customers that we make them available for installation via the NetConsole! We also offer complete assistance in getting your programs up and running on the web.
6. Can your support technicians help me with installing programs on my account?
Yes. If you have an application that you would like installed on your Specialized PHP Hosting account we will be more that happy to assist you in the process.
7. Do you offer a tool to administer my database?
Yes we do. phypMyAdmin is includes with every Internet Connection Specialized PHP Hosting account, and is installable from within NetConsole.
8. Will your support technicians be able to help me with any scripting questions that I may have?
Yes! Not only are our support technicians knowledgable in the areas of web & email hosting services, but they are also well versed in programming and scripting languages such as PHP. If you ever have a question regarding scripting we will be able to help you.
9. Can I change permissions and manipulate files on the fly with my account?
Yes. You can use SSH (Secure Shell) to login directly to your account and update file permissions, change file names, as well as delete and modify your files. SSH provides better security because your connection is encrypted and login information is not sent over the line in plain text. If you are using Windows we suggest the SSH Client PuTTy. If you are just starting out with the linux shell, then we feel http://linuxcommands.org is the best place to start learning.
10. If I have additional questions, who do I contact?
Our highly trained customer service representatives are available to you 24 hours a day 7 days a week by calling 888-295-5678 or 410-820-5678.
