Pardon my ignorance on this subject.
But what is the difference between a RAQ server, and any other server. I've seen the term thrown around, but no one seems to be explaining it.

Thanks

I know one of the experts will be able to give you a nice definition, but here's my simple one.
The Cobalt RAQ is a webserver/hosting application. It has been designed in such a way that even novices (like me!) can successfully run a hosting business.
Other servers - such as RedHat etc., etc., require a lot more knowledge on the administrators part. Although, from what I have seen on these boards and elsewhere, the RAQ is not as powerful as some of the other servers, it can offer you a lot of powerful features.
Updates are very easy to install, as are extensions in the form of 'packages'.
Both endusers (clients) and administrators have access to many features through a GUI. The interface is not perfect and takes some getting used to, but it is a lot easier than controlling everything from the command line.
If you want to have a look at its features go to the Cobalt website where you can access demos and brochures.
A lot of the hosting companies that use RAQs also provide this type of informartion

Well, some of that is a bit off. RaQ server appliances are small servers with a modified Red Hat Linux OS developed by Cobalt. They come ready to rack. You set a few things on the front and litterally, the machine is ready to go (sset up further via a web interface).

The main differences between a Cobalt RaQ and other servers is the hardware (RaQs have either AMD K6-2/300 or 450 processors), some with 2 NIC, some with one, some with dual drive RAID-1, some without. 'Other servers' could be anything you build.

The other difference is the software which runs on the machine, which (as I said) is a modified Red Hat Linux coupled with a control panel (admin of server, site admin, user admin). 'Other servers' can run anything you put on it (often Red Hat Linux, but the control panel would be chosen and be an extra charge).

Basically, RaQs are a ready out of the box hosting solution.

Originally posted by Chicken
Well, some of that is a bit off.

I knew somebody'd correct me :)