Difference between VPS-RDP

[zoug100]

Hi guys.
I would like you to explain me in simple wordsthe actual differences between VPS and RDP.
I know that my question may sound silly but i dont know the actual differences.

zoug100 Reviewed by zoug100 on 30th Sep 2011. Difference between VPS-RDP Hi guys. I would like you to explain me in simple wordsthe actual differences between VPS and RDP. I know that my question may sound silly but i dont know the actual differences. :) Rating: 5

[nYXem]

VPS is an independent "virtual server" running on a dedicated server along with other similar systems. So basically its not a real server, but rather a part of it that works independently.
VPS's can run on both Windows and Linux, and may be few more.
RDP is a protocol. You can connect to a remote computer from your own PC using this protocol called Remote Desktop Protocol.

[Glenn]

Hello Zoung,
You should ask Difference between VPS and RDA.
RDP is Remote Desktop Protocol , the RDP which you usualy refer to is called RDA ( Remote Desktop Account)

So Yeah back to VPS v/s RDA

Windows VPS and RDA Both are accessed by RDP.
VPS Have dedicated Ram and CPU while RDA has shared Ram and CPU.
VPS usually have Admin access and You are free to install any Application of your own.
RDA, usually do not have admin access and You need to request App Installs if needed.

[zoug100]

Hello Zoung,
You should ask Difference between VPS and RDA.
RDP is Remote Desktop Protocol , the RDP which you usualy refer to is called RDA ( Remote Desktop Account)

So Yeah back to VPS v/s RDA

Windows VPS and RDA Both are accessed by RDP.
VPS Have dedicated Ram and CPU while RDA has shared Ram and CPU.
VPS usually have Admin access and You are free to install any Application of your own.
RDA, usually do not have admin access and You need to request App Installs if needed.

So, if i understood fine from what you said, vps is better than a RDA. Right?

[Glenn]

So, if i understood fine from what you said, vps is better than a RDA. Right?

Well, Both has its Pros and Cons.
What do you want to use it for ?

[zoug100]

Well, Both has its Pros and Cons.
What do you want to use it for ?

I want to use it for uploading. In which one can i install every application i need?
And which one has the best internet speeds?

[Glenn]

Hmm VPS would be better, Speed depends on the connection and Number of users using it.
I would say go with RDA.

[Prazsky]

If you want to install every application you need, then you definitely need a VPS because on RDA, the admin often has rules regarding what can be installed and what cannot be. Also a VPS has dedicated internet connection, CPU, RAM etc. none of which are shared which means you don't have to worry about anyone else abusing the resources. But a VPS will usually cost you more than an RDA.