I've spent a lot of time researching a new web host. The one I had my heart set on ends up having a lot of bad recent feedback and a not so good better business bureau rating. No links needed but can anyone post or PM hosts they have had really good experiences with?

I always ask for secure shell access as well as a dedicated IP as I have heard it helps not hurts with SEO. Fast tech support is always a plus. Thanks!

You should be fine as long as your host is configured properly, responds promptly, is located the same country as your target audience and new DNS is allowed to propagate for at least 72 hours.

Some folks might be able to make suggestions though, does you site target the USA and/or other?

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http://www.accuracast.com/seo-weekly/seo-hosting.php

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