Separate the workloads in the proposal
| Workload | Useful evaluation |
|---|---|
| Client terminal or automation | The terminal workflow and its own software and connection requirements. |
| Auxiliary integration | Interface access, external dependencies, job activity and recovery. |
| Reporting or analysis | Data access, scheduled demand and separation from other work. |
| Broker platform environment | Approved topology, workload, administration and continuity requirements. |
Do not apply a terminal-hosting recommendation to a broker-side environment without a separate assessment. Platform rights and supported installation choices must also be established for the project.
Compare evidence for the actual hosting offers
For a virtual environment, establish the allocated resources, relevant provider limits, maintenance process and replacement options. For dedicated compute, establish the physical resource boundary, storage design and hardware-replacement procedure. In both cases, check network and external-service dependencies.
Observe the same representative application workload, including routine jobs. Neither a generic virtual tier nor a dedicated-machine label demonstrates the response and recovery required by the brokerage. A larger machine may not resolve delay outside its boundary.
Choose by the requirement that changes the decision
If the application needs a particular resource or access boundary, identify it explicitly and test whether each offer supplies it. If convenient resizing or replacement is the main consideration, confirm the actual provider procedure and the validation required afterwards. Keep the choice tied to documented needs.
The full VPS versus dedicated comparison provides a broader worksheet. Use the MT5 requirements brief to prepare measured demand, then compare proposals with a clear workload and recovery plan.