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When hosting a web application or website on a VPS or dedicated server, most cloud providers offer users the option to select their preferred operating system (OS) on top of other hosting products. The two most popular choices are Windows and Linux. While Linux is more widely used, there are situations for which Windows is better suited.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of everything you need to consider before making a decision when comparing Linux Hosting vs Windows Hosting.