How many sites can share an IP ?

[Liquid_Squelch]

So far, I'm a happy HG VPS Customer. I'm slowly moving my sites and e-mail accounts from my shared HG Account to my VPS. I just have one question....

How many websites can I run off of 1 IP address?
I'm using the 2nd IP address that comes with my VPS for a stand-alone app that I don't want Apache binding to. That leaves me with 1 IP for everything else.

I see that you can order more IP addresses, but I'm wondering A) Why and B) Do I need one.

I don't plan on running any more apps on my VPS that will require a dedicated IP address.

Thanks for the help

[quietFinn]

Originally Posted by Liquid_Squelch

How many websites can I run off of 1 IP address?

As many as you want (and your VPS can handle).

[chaloupe]

Liquid_Squelch,

Regarding the "A) Why", I would say if an account or website need to be secured for transaction, It would need a dedicated IP to itself so you can install an SSL certificate.

A secured website or part of it could be a billing interface or a website that needs to collect credit card or information you want to protect.

As quietFinn said, you can put as many accounts as you want on a single/shared IP. Just make sure to keep an eye on the load of your VPS as you add accounts.

[Liquid_Squelch]

Thank you both for your explanations..
I'm glad to know I won't need to buy any more IPs at the moment.