• A hosting service where the hosting provider handles server administration tasks such as operating system updates, security patches, monitoring, backups, and technical support, while the customer focuses on their applications and content. Unlike unmanaged or self-managed servers, managed servers include ongoing maintenance and support as part of the service, reducing the technical burden on organizations and individuals that lack in-house server administration expertise.

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