Translation guide
A virtual private server (VPS) is a virtual machine sold as a service by an Internet hosting provider. In Japanese, the English acronym 'VPS' is widely used and understood in technical contexts.
virtual private server
Most common term in Japanese tech contexts.
Referring to the technology or service of a virtual private server.
The acronym 'VPS' is the most common way to refer to a virtual private server in Japanese, especially in technical and business contexts. It is pronounced as individual letters: ブイピーエス.
This website runs on a VPS.
This is the full Japanese translation, literally 'virtual dedicated server'. It is used in formal or explanatory contexts, but less common than 'VPS' in everyday tech conversation.
I signed up for a virtual private server.
A more literal translation, 'virtual private server'. It is occasionally seen but 'VPS' or '仮想専用サーバー' are preferred.
Virtual private servers offer good cost performance.