Professional Hosting Solutions,
Reliable yet Flexible
Founded in Düsseldorf, Germany, xTom is a privately held professional Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) provider. We provide network and data center services. We also provide custom solutions on Windows and Linux platforms, ranging from cloud hosting to dedicated servers.
Features
Client-focused Cloud
You will get a lot more with xTom.
24×7 Network Operations Center
Whatever happens to your infrastructure, here you know we will respond. All services are always monitored around the clock. If unfortunately a downtime happens, we are able to respond immediately.
Tier 1 Network
Our network consists of the highest quality Tier-1 providers, including Tata Communications, RETN, Orange, Softbank, IIJ, GSL, China Telecom, China Unicom, China Mobile and over 2,000 IX peers.
99.99% Network Uptime
We are proud to guarantee a solid, reliable and proven 99.99% network uptime on all servers.
IT Infrastructure Consulting
First time? Not a problem. Simply describe what you want and we have you covered.
Newsroom
Company News & Announcements
The latest updates, press releases and announcements from xTom.
6/16/2024
xTom Expands to Global Switch in Singapore
We enhance our network services with a new presence at the Global Switch Singapore Tai Seng Data Centre.
6/10/2023
xTom Expands to Equinix TY8 in Tokyo
We expand in Tokyo at Equinix TY8, enhancing network services.
5/12/2022
xTom Transitions to Equinix SY5 in Sydney
We successfully migrate from Equinix SY3 to SY5 in Sydney, connecting to major global network service providers.
Blog
Latest Articles & Tutorials
Self-hosting, system administration, and digital infrastructure insights from our team.
7/24/2026
Init vs. systemd: What's the Difference and Why It Matters
Every Linux system boots with the help of an init system, but the one running on your server today looks nothing like the one from a decade ago. Here's what actually separates traditional SysV init from systemd, and why it matters for how you manage services.
7/24/2026
Namespaces and Control Groups (cgroups): How Linux Isolation Works
Linux namespaces and cgroups are the two kernel features that make containers possible, one hides what a process can see, the other limits what it can use. Here's how they actually work under the hood.
7/24/2026
What Are the Different Types of Shells in Linux?
Bash isn't the only shell on Linux. Here's a breakdown of the most common shell types, sh, bash, dash, zsh, ksh, csh/tcsh, and fish, what each is actually built for, and how to check or switch which one you're running.
7/24/2026
What Is Bash (Bourne Again Shell)?
Bash is the command-line shell and scripting language that runs behind most Linux (and more) systems and servers. Here's what it does, where it came from, and how to start using it.
6/24/2026
Is There Any One Location Best for Hosting?
There's no single best place in the world to host your servers, but there is a best place for your project. Here's how location shapes speed, compliance, and reliability, and how to pick the right one.
6/24/2026
How Do You Obtain Your Own IP Addresses?
Getting your own IP addresses can mean going straight to a Regional Internet Registry for next to nothing, or paying to lease or buy space on the open market. Here's how each route works, what it costs, and which one actually fits your situation.