A virtual host provides web service at a specific domain name while still offering the access control and management functionality of an AFS directory. It optionally includes functionality not available on the websites.umich.edu servers. Currently, there is no charge for Virtual Hosting.
As of July 1, 2024, new WordPress and Drupal websites can no longer be set up using AFS Web Virtual Hosting. University units needing new WordPress or Drupal websites should use Pantheon at U-M or another web hosting provider.
| Feature or Capability | Description |
|---|---|
| Application Stack | Apache on hardened Linux |
| Monitoring | 24x7 Monitoring |
| PHP and MySQL | Can include PHP and SQL if needed |
| Secure Internet Communications | All traffic uses HTTPS. A TLS/SSL certificate is included at no charge and managed by ITS. |
| Campus-Integrated Authentication | Please send email to [email protected] to request details about available authentication. |
| Logging | Unprocessed logs available for 6 months |
| Storage Backend | Includes robust file system backup and directory-level access control native to AFS |
| Mail forwarding available on request | Can forward to non umich.edu domains |