From their docs http://library.linode.com/migration/ssh-copy

No, with Linode you pay monthly for the package. Snapshots are just lvm snapshots of the local disk.

If you ask Linode your going to get a better answer... Don't ya think?

If you power down a Linode and snapshot your server, either locally, or back it up to a remote location how does Linode handle the charges?

Personally, I find VR better (and higher quality) than Linode. Yeah linode does have the shinier panel but in the end (atleast to me) the NYC VPS I have out-dos my Linode (especially network wise. D

So basically VR is at least just as good (minus the fancy backend) as Linode, if not better, and they offer the most LEB-style package among the premium providers...guess I'll give them a try.

And vr have more location choice. Which Linode don't have Hong Kong at least.

I feel Linode's backend management system and control panel is better.

I tried transfer guest from one host to another with both. Vr is slower and not automate like Linode. Both support is fast and responsive.

@zhuanyi - first of all HostVirtual (vr.org) runs own ASN and own peerings (Linode not), beside that their support is the best I ever worked with, their locations are also very good and they are open

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How's VR comparing to Linode?

Linode are first class. The control panel is slick and support are effective. Only downside is potential ddos/dos problems

Besides the many locations Linode has to offer I never really felt attracted to their service...

wtf copied everything from linode lol

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Host Virtual double RAM following Linode.

So what happened to Linode deploying the E5-2647's?

Linode Upgrade/Migration: We are pleased to inform you that you VPS will be upgraded/migrated. Login to your control panel and click the upgrade/migrate link. Your Linode will be offline during the up

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