WordPress hosting is simply a web hosting provider that has its servers tailored to the use of WordPress, a very popular content management system.
Below are the minimum server requirements for WordPress to operate without any issues:
- Apache Web Server
- PHP 5.2.4 or greater
- MySQL 5.0 or greater
- Mod_rewrite Apache Module
For the most part, reputable web hosting providers will have these requirements. Simply ask them if you are unsure.