Justin Knights asked:




The 2 major types of web hosting are the Linux and the Windows hosting. As we all know, Windows is a Microsoft product. So, getting a hosting with Windows hosting requires a license with Microsoft. This makes the price slightly higher. So, the question on which hosting plan is better? Let us make a comparison here.

The Windows operating system is the most used operating system in the world. It is said that 95% of all PCs uses it. Therefore, they are the dominant force and people looking for a host will be more likely to go for Windows.

On the other hand, Linux hosting is more superior because it is made by securityspace.com. According to surveys, Linux has an advantage over Windows. Therefore, most users who are using it ace no problems at all. But this does not mean that Windows are no good. They are actually better than Linux in a few areas.

For instance, the Linux system does not have the ASP.NET technology that comes with the .NET. it is only available in the Windows system. Another issue is the access to the MySQL database that is only available with Windows. You can also use other Microsoft applications like Sharepoints and Frontpage 2003 together with the hosting plan.

Nevertheless, the Linux system is good for users to build a very good website. It allows you to run your website with Apache, MySQL and PHP. The infrastructure that you can build is very solid. Also, the PHP is much more efficient when compared to Windows server. The price of a Linux hosting is also an added value because it will cost 20% less than Windows hosting plan.

Both hosting plans are well developed a can be used to build a successful website. You just need to know what your preferences are and you can decide which one to go for.
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