Dedicated Server Web Host

We have briefly discussed both Windows Dedicated Server and Linux Dedicated Server briefly. We have already seen advantages of both the Operating Systems. We have also compared both the Operating Systems. Thus, we know that both the Operating Systems have advantages and disadvantages ranging from costs to application requirements. Let us try to conclude the difference between them and when shall one select either of them or in what situation.

Programming Technologies and Database Servers

Here lies the main difference between Windows and Linux. If you wish to host MSSQL or ASP or ASP.net web pages then the Windows Dedicated Server is a solution for you. We know that ASP and MSSQL being Microsoft Products, it is possible to host ASP scripts only on IIS web Server and likewise MSSQL Server runs only on MS Windows Server. There are many versions of MSSQL Server. Also, Windows is capable of using many tools that are Linux compatible or which run on Linux platform.

While, if you intend to run software packages such as PHP, Perl and MySQL on your server, Linux would make the best option, being open-source OS.

Technical Expertise

Here it goes. When we decide to consider the web hosting platform, technical challenge is the major factor that is taken into consideration. For those who are starting with the Dedicated server, Windows is the best solution for them. To answer, why, its similarity to Windows Desktop and easiness to use is the main reason to consider Windows. Linux being more complex and it’s commands being hard to remember, it is mainly recommended for those who are technically inclined and gain good technical knowledge. Yes, it is accepted that cPanel, the contol panel, has made things easier for Linux users, however, there are still many things that can discourage a newbie.

Conclusion

To conclude, we can say Windows is easier to use, however, it is not only cost effective and can enforce one to get frustrated of just “clicking”. Whereas, Linux being open source, is freely available, however, its complexity and uneasiness to remember number of commands makes users to not to consider Linux. Thus, it can be said that if you want to host personal site, Windows is the solution while for a business site, Linux is the best to opt for.

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Basically a dedicated server comes with two different Operating Systems, Linux and Windows. If you wish to host a business site, Windows Dedicated Server is the best platform for you. Most of the Windows Servers come with Microsoft Windows Server 2003. Windows Server is the Microsoft’s latest OS irrespective of its edition. Windows Server 2003 can be used for many things; making it the perfect server operating system. Windows Dedicated Server comes with Windows Server 2003 installed. Unlike, VPS web hosting or Semi-dedicated Server, you get freedom to customize the server specification and configure the OS you need.

If you wish to host MSSQL or ASP or ASP.net web pages then the Windows Dedicated Server is a solution for you. We know that ASP and MSSQL being Microsoft Products, it is possible to host ASP scripts only on IIS web Server and likewise MSSQL Server runs only on MS Windows Server. There are many versions of MSSQL Server.

There are many advantages of Windows Server. The Windows server can be used as a web server using IIS Web Server. IIS Web Server is an application that is included with Microsoft Windows Server installation. Also you can host it as a media server using Windows Media Server application. Apart from these unique features, Windows Dedicated Server also support PHP scripting engine along with the MySQL database server. Both are capable enough to be hosted on Windows although they work better on Linux.

Windows Dedicated Server are dedicated only to you and aren’t shared with any user so that increases the security of your server and the websites too. The non-shareable environment of Windows Dedicated Servers makes allows it to run faster than any of the VPS with similar specification. Also CPU responses to the requests quickly as it is not split between many VPS. Also unlike any other plans like shared hosting or VPS, you have privilege to add more resources whenever needed.

Hence if you are looking to host ASP.net web pages, MSSQL databases and any complex website then Windows Dedicated Server Hosting is the best way to go for.

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