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Linux Dedicated Server

Linux dedicated server is a specific dedicated hosting where the operating system in use is Linux. With it you get complete control over the server, as well as you still have the liberty to switch to Windows operating system whenever you want. However, the difference here is related to the cost of hosting. There are several reputed companies that charge you lesser for a Linux based dedicated server. On the other hand, when you switch to Windows, you have to pay an additional amount of fee.

The main reasoning behind this is the very fact that Linux is an open source software program while Windows is owned by the Microsoft. Because of this, the licensing and distribution cost is negligible in case of Linux but you need to pay a substantial amount of fee for the license and distribution of MS Windows.

Some people have the misconception that Windows is more reliable than Linux. This is not exactly true. Both the OS versions have their own plus points. In some cases, Linux is considered a better option, and in other cases, Windows makes a better choice. You have to take several factors into account in order to decide on the right operating system on your web server.

The best thing with Linux dedicated server is that it is a cost effective way of hosting your website. However, it is the best solution for those websites that are not using any Microsoft specific application programs, such as ASP, .Net, SQL, MS Access and other such programs. On the other hand, Linux is considered as the best option for PHP based websites.