There are several operating systems that you can use with your server. One of the two most common operating systems is Linux and Windows. Linux is the most popular operating system. So, if you have websites, that need specific Windows applications, Linux is will be highly suitable for you. In this article, we will briefly discuss the essential differences between these two operating systems.
Windows Specific Applications
Windows operating system is not commonly used for average hosting users. They have specific requirements for doing so. In most cases, especially in the shared hosting environment, you will be fine by using Linux. So, this is a list of applications that require you to have a Windows server.
Windows applications that require a Windows server
• ASP Classic
• ASP
.NET
• MSSQL (Microsoft SQL Server)
• MS Access (Microsoft Access)
• Visual Basic Development
• C#
• Remote Desktop (dedicated server only)
Windows Dedicated Servers also support additional specific applications. For some applications, you need to get a license and install the software
• Microsoft Exchange
• Microsoft SharePoint
Linux Specific Applications
Linux is a free and open-source platform. Here are some specific applications that require Linux OS. Applications that require a Linux-based server
• SSH
• Script that requires specific Apache modules Control Panels Both servers use different control panels
• cPanel is available on all Linux plans
• WHM is available on Linux Reseller, VPS, and Dedicated Hosting Servers
• Plesk is available on Windows dedicated and shared hosting Servers
Server Security
According to most site hosts, Linux is more secure than Windows, both operating systems are equally secure. Security really depends upon the server setup and the administrators how they are running the server.
Conclusion
Choosing which operating system to use, all depends on the technical specification that you want to use on your server resources. If you wish to use specific applications, then Windows hosting servers will be your best choice. If you prefer using cPanel instead of Plesk, and MySQL, and PHP, then Linux is quite favorable for you. Linux and Windows have their specific benefits. Considerate which will be suitable for you and how Linux and Windows operating can either help by achieving your goals.
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