Windows vs Linux

[Nile Hadwards]

Both of these programs uses and supports the Cold Fusion, HTML and Java Script programs that make the most commonly desired applications available. It was once difficult to use Linux with Front Page extensions but they have made that a possibility in the newer Linux operating environment. The biggest difference is Linux supports PHP where Windows supports ASP.

The main compensation for using Windows based systems over Linux is that it is able to run on Microsoft's software such as Access and on MS SQL databases too. A Window's server will give its developers the ability to use the Microsoft programming systems like Visual Basic Scripts, Active Server Pages (ASP) MS Index Server. Linux is not able to operate on those technologies and the user will be unable to access them to use its development tools for their websites so it is best to use Windows where they are involved.

[StoneWilson]

But you didn't mention that most Linux hostings are much stable than Windows hostings.

[hosted]

Originally Posted by StoneWilson

But you didn't mention that most Linux hostings are much stable than Windows hostings.

I think you are not right, if well managed both are stable

[Ancient]

Both Linux and Windows plans you could get from webintellects.com, they have a list of pros and cons of this OSs and you can choose it by yourself, they are really reliable host, do not hesitate to use them

[Asherr]

Hi, Windows and Linux both the web hosting types are good but it depends upon the requirements of the consumer and according to his website platform.

[JRichman]

It depends on what type of programs the company is using. I prefer windows.

[rajesh88]

Microsoft Windows and Linux computer operating systems are a long-running discussion topic within the personal computer industry. Throughout the entire period of the Windows 9x systems through the introduction of Windows 7, Windows has retained an extremely large retail sales majority among operating systems for personal desktop use, while Linux has sustained its status as the most prominent free software operating system. After their initial clash, both operating systems moved beyond the user base of the personal computer market and share a rivalry on a variety of other devices, with offerings for the server and embedded systems markets, and mobile internet access.Linux and Microsoft Windows differ in philosophy, cost, versatility and stability, with each seeking to improve in their perceived weaker areas. Comparisons of the two operating systems tend to reflect their origins, historic user bases and distribution models. Typical perceived weaknesses regularly cited have often included poor consumer familiarity with Linux, and Microsoft Windows' susceptibility to viruses and malware.....

[royking]

Hi dear here We are talking about Hosting not computer operating systems. But you post is nice on computer operating systems.

Originally Posted by rajesh88

Microsoft Windows and Linux computer operating systems are a long-running discussion topic within the personal computer industry. Throughout the entire period of the Windows 9x systems through the introduction of Windows 7, Windows has retained an extremely large retail sales majority among operating systems for personal desktop use, while Linux has sustained its status as the most prominent free software operating system. After their initial clash, both operating systems moved beyond the user base of the personal computer market and share a rivalry on a variety of other devices, with offerings for the server and embedded systems markets, and mobile internet access.Linux and Microsoft Windows differ in philosophy, cost, versatility and stability, with each seeking to improve in their perceived weaker areas. Comparisons of the two operating systems tend to reflect their origins, historic user bases and distribution models. Typical perceived weaknesses regularly cited have often included poor consumer familiarity with Linux, and Microsoft Windows' susceptibility to viruses and malware.....

[mstealth]

quite helpful sharing...i think linux is best helpful for hosting purposes as it is more easily customizable contrasting to windows..

[350frm]

I prefer Linux at server use and personnel use windows.
your plan is right some other ways.