Which Web Hosting Platform to Choose – Linux or Windows?

[Jennifer Fernando]

Hello frds,

I would like to know, Which Web Hosting Platform to Choose – Linux or Windows?

[miley1812]

I don't understand about Linux and windows

[salenaadam]

Linux|:	Allows for running scripts written in PHP, Perl, Python and other Unix-originated languages. It usually supports MySQL and PostgreSQL databases.
Windows:	Allows for running ASP scripts and utilizing .NET and other Microsoft technologies. It supports Microsoft SQL Server and Access database.

[saferinsulation]

When it comes to choosing an OS for a serve, a lot of people will tell you to go with Linux without a second thought. While we can't deny the fact that Linux is by far the most popular choice these days. Linux is an open-source OS that is widely used by developers.

Windows is the most popular OS on the planet, Windows is much easier to configure and set up than Linux. It is easier to use the .NET framework. Developing web applications using the .net framework is much easier in a Windows-based environment.

[Unisecure]

Windows is used widely than linux OS globally. But each operating system has its cons & pros. Moreover, server hosting providers use both for cloud, vps & dedicated server hosting. If you are opting out for managed hosting services then you need not worry. The server hosting provider usually has skilled technical team which takes care of all these services.

[joyce]

Linux is better because it can be more customizable

[Alex Jack]

Hello frds,

I would like to know, Which Web Hosting Platform to Choose – Linux or Windows?

Choosing the platform depends on the type of application or website you will be hosting. If you have ASP.net or microsoft softwares based applications or website then windows platform is the apt.
For reasonable hosting then linux hosting is better. As windows hosting is costlier.

[Ha Nguyen]

Windows is more popular

[andrew2510]

BlueHost is my first hosting company, it's provide good speed and everything reliable. You should go for the BlueHost or Godaddy.

[abdulsami]

No doubt Linux due to security. If you are technical enough to managed all the server level operations then you can pick any cloud provider like: Vultr,Linode, AWS, GCE, Kyup and DigitalOcean by setting up your custom setting. But if you are less technical then I would recommend to go with managed hosting to make the whole process smooth within few clicks. All the best

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[paylituzu]

HostGator is a Houston-based provider of shared, reseller, vps, and dedicated web hosting with an additional presence in Austin, Texas.

[Gentledentists]

If your website is developed with PHP/MySQL Go with Linux Based Web Hosting platform. 2) If your Websites is built with PHP based CMS like; WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, Magento etc... Linux is the Best Hosting Platform. 3) If your website is developed with ASP.Net/MS SQL then Windows is the only Hosting Platform.

[inspiremindsau]

You'll need Windows servers if you intend to use Microsoft software options such as these. Linux is a good choice for experienced web developers who know how to configure an Apache or NGINX web server.

[peterlee1768]

Its up to you that which OS is suitable, because if you are developer then I think Linux is suitable for you but if you want to easily configure setup then you surly prefer windows and actually this is the reason why Windows uses by the most people on the planet rather than Linux.

[paylituzu]

Are you going to be running an Exchange server or a Sharepoint site? If so, you'd better go with a Windows server. Do you love being able to install your favorite CMS, such as WordPress or Joomla, through cPanel? For that, you'd be correct to choose Linux.