What Is A Virtual Host?

A virtual host is a computer terminology which is also known as 'vhost'. A virtual host is a type of a provider of internet and other server related functions on a computer. Many companies offer these services to their clients which helps them set up web sites, email and various other internet related services. The virtual host helps their clients by managing the entire server of the client such as managing files and other things on the web site, regular update of web site and email, and other various services in exchange of a monthly fee. The virtual host is also responsible for the design of that web site.