File Hosting? What's Really Bad About it?

[^Mike^]

Can anyone reveal me the truth about file hosting? Why hosting files on host's servers is often prohibited by TOS? Some hosts add "using your account for files not linked from your site isd a violaton of our policies".

[alligator]

I think that TOS must be read before you do something. But I personally think that dedicated server or virtual dedicated server is solution. Because you are on the dedicated sources. Of course other question is: how comfortable would you be there.
I would recommend Hqhost.net for dedicated servers, Serverpoint.com for dedicated or VPS and JustgotVPS.com for VPS services.

[shershen]

I think you may have file hosting on shared web hosting as well. You don't need to have a dedi or VPS. Ahosting.biz, SiteGround.com and SiberName.com offer nice package plans that are cheap and they maybe cover all your requirements.

[mxcom]

Originally Posted by ^Mike^

Can anyone reveal me the truth about file hosting? Why hosting files on host's servers is often prohibited by TOS? Some hosts add "using your account for files not linked from your site isd a violaton of our policies".

File hosting isn't allowed everywhere, as this type of sites don't use a lot of bandwidth which isn't good for a host who can't charge you for bandwidth consumption. As you can guess this concerns shared accounts.

I think ahosting.biz allows hosting files, at least they nothing about it in http://www.ahosting.biz/legal/aup.html.

[alligator]

Agreed to all. TOS ids the main thing that must be read first. Also do not forget about HQhost.net. I have seen their ads here. Their premium solutions might be useful for you.
Good luck

[chess_player]

I think www.ebucket.net is one of the best free file hosting and file sharing hosts, you may check his deals if you need.
I think that it's quite possible to combine using paid hosting for your site, and free hosting to host your sharing files.

@ Mxcom:
I wouldn't jump at such a conclusion that a host allows file sharing, I think it's necessary to contact ahosting.biz and ask their support directly.
Or anyone who is using their services.