17 Dec, 2008
Well it’s been quite some while I have reveal about Hostmonster server status. Truth is that I’m busy working on some other hosting review websites; but I’m not keeping my eyes close. Anyway, back to our question…
How’s Hostmonster server doing?
I have no problem with Hostmonster hosting service so far. The server I’m on is stable, responsive, and I rarely have to contact the support for helps. However what worries me is that the hard drive usage on my server had been increasing sharply. If you look closely to the diagram, you’ll see the usage of disk2 is over 90% - which is extremely high.
While the heavy usage has not affected any operation of my websites, the data signals that there might be an (serious) overselling issue with the company. Let’s hope this trend won’t be lasting long and hopefully folks at Hostmonster are dealing with the problem by now. I’ll keep you guys posted on the latest server status.
15 Dec, 2008
Don’t be fooled by some unethical Hostmonster affiliates that tell you Hostmonster users are getting free web templates downloads. There are quite a lot of blogpost and articles promoting Hostmonster’s hosting services by listing ‘Free Web Templates by DreamTemplate‘ as one of the incentives for Hostmonster sign ups.
The truth about Hostmonster’s free web templates
However, that’s not the truth entirely.
When HM users sign into their cPanel, they’ll see a link pointing to DreamTemplate at the top of the page (refer figure below) under ‘Partners’ category.
From my understanding the link works as strategic partnership for Hostmonster with DreamTemplate, where HM users are referred to DreamTemplate for web templates download. It’s in fact good to have the link embedded in the cPanel interface as it provides a short cut for the users who are in need. Unfortunately, the smart (but unethical) HM affiliates create an ‘illusion’ that confuse consumers that this is a special promotional item.
So hey, if you’re signing up HM because you think there’re free templates to be grabbed - don’t. The offer with Dream Template doesn’t get any better for HM users. DreamTemplate users get the same package with the same price ($59.95) with or without a Hostmonster memberships.
About DreamTemplate
DreamTemplate offers unlimited downloads on various templates (Web, Flash, Word, PowerPoint, Clipart, and so on) with just one time payment. At the time of writing, there are over 3,000 web templates available in the company stock. You can visit DreamTemplate.com to learn more.
11 Nov, 2008
Hostmonster offers only one hosting plan where all features (including advance e-commerce features, Ruby on Rail, Spam Protection) are included. The hosting company had recently change their hosting price where users get unlimited hosting capacity with just $5.95/mo.
Review Hostmonster hosting package
Wonder what’s in Hostmonster hosting package?
| Features |
Details |
| Disk Storage |
Unlimited |
| Site Bandwidth |
Unlimited |
| Free Domain |
Yes, lifetime! |
| Addon Domains |
Unlimited |
| POP3/POP3 Email |
Unlimited |
| .Override .htaccess |
Yes |
| MySQL Databases |
100 |
| PostgreSQL Databases |
100 |
| Custom Cronjobs |
Yes |
| Spam Assassin Protection |
Yes |
| Fantastico Script Support |
Yes |
| Special Promotion |
Cheaper monthly hosting cost, free $50 Yahoo Advertising credit, and $50 Google Adwords credit |
 Get HostMonster Promotion Now: $6.95 $5.95/mo! |
For your convenience, here’re the highlights of Hostmonster hosting plan. If you would like to order them with the promotion price, click here to visit Hostmonster homepage.
