Lamp hosting
LAMP Server Hosting is a platform for web development which essentially makes use of a mixture of many popular open source 
softwares that come together for the creation of dynamic web sites. LAMP hosting is essentially the core of a web server based on Linux. Usually it is referred to as the "LAMP stack" since it has four layers. LAMP is basically an acronym for the four technologies that have been outlined below:
- Linux
Linux is the operating system for LAMP hosting. It is an open Source application which is based on UNIX. It is a popular operating system and is known for its ability to provide users with the functionality, flexibility, quick operations and a better security system.
- Apache
Apache is the web server for LAMP hosting. It is the most popular web server and is a software which is used widely on the internet. It is serves both static as well as dynamic websites. It is the most preferred software thanks to its reliability, stable solution and easy configuration.
- MySQL
MySQL is the database software that is mostly utilised for LAMP hosting. MySQL uses the Structured Query Language (SQL) for the 
management, retrieval and addition of data. It is the best solution for dynamic web site developers. Developers who use it experience the advantages of a better security system, faster access, better stability and easy handling of a number of site visitors at a time.
- PHP
PHP is a general purpose scripting language used in the development of LAMP hosting. It stands for PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor. It is a server side script which is known for developing dynamic web sites. It is user-friendly which even the novices can use without hassles. The “P” from the LAMP can also refer to the other programming languages which include Perl and Python.
Security and Scalability
Linux stability has been documented properly. It has a very good up-time nearly 99.9%. Mostly non availability of a Linux server is the result of a disrupted Internet connection or a crash down of the hardware.
Security is also an important aspect. A web host needs protection from the various viruses which can disrupt the entire show. If the security system is not up to the mark misinformation can be sent out, which can ruin the integrity of the business. LAMP hosting provides a good security system and measures are taken for periodical checks for any breaches and their plugging. Another feature which helps the system administrators to secure their Web sites, is that all softwares used in LAMP are of the open source nature. These softwares thus enjoy the backing of a huge community of people, who are constantly working on the betterment of the software and can pitch in at the slightest hint of a problem. Security issues or any other loopholes get plugged in within a short time as also there is a further improvement in the system. Scalability is the other feature that LAMP servers can boast about. The greatest advantages of all is that the user can start on a small scale and later on go on adding accounts as the business is built up.
More info:
Building a LAMP server