Hello All-

I am looking for a dedicated and managed Linux server to host a few websites for me and a new venture. I have found a few places, but have a couple questions on features/needs/etc. So hopefully someone can shed some light on these for me!

Requirements:
1. Host two websites
2. Host email for above mentioned websites

Outstanding Questions.
1. Fully dedicated, managed Linux machines that include 20+ static IP's. Do I really need 20+ IP's for just two websites?
2. Linux email programs (similar to Exchange for MS).
3. Website will be heavy database, so I will try to maximize RAM and CPU (is this a correct assumption of need?).
4. Should I run a control panel of some sort to manage these two websites / directories / etc.? What would be recommended? I see Plesk, CPanel, DSM, Ensim, HSphere, Helm, DirectAdmin, Virtuozzo 10/30. Keep in mind, that I will only be hosting these two websites for now, with maybe a third or fourth in the next 6-9 months.

Thanks everyone for your patience... Moving over to Linux from MS is definitely a learning curve!

- Kevin

Do I really need 20+ IP's for just two websites?

Nope.

3. Website will be heavy database, so I will try to maximize RAM and CPU (is this a correct assumption of need?).

it is correct. However, it depends a lot on how busy the sites are.

4. Should I run a control panel of some sort to manage these two websites / directories / etc.?

It would be best to do so, unless you're an experienced admin, and know to do everything via SSH.