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Linux hosting uses the open-source Linux operating system and supports technologies like PHP and MySQL, while Windows hosting operates on a proprietary Windows Server OS and supports ASP.NET and MS SQL Server. Linux is generally more cost-effective, stable, and secure compared to Windows hosting, which may require more resources and is often more expensive due to licensing fees. Users should consider their specific needs, such as technology requirements and budget, when choosing between the two hosting options.

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Linux hosting uses the open-source Linux operating system and supports technologies like PHP and MySQL, while Windows hosting operates on a proprietary Windows Server OS and supports ASP.NET and MS SQL Server. Linux is generally more cost-effective, stable, and secure compared to Windows hosting, which may require more resources and is often more expensive due to licensing fees. Users should consider their specific needs, such as technology requirements and budget, when choosing between the two hosting options.

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Q1. Difference between Linux Hosting and Windows Hosting?

Ans. Linux hosting is a type of web hosting that uses the Linux operating system to host websites and
web applications. The Linux server OS is usually used to run websites and apps that are built using
languages like PHP and Perl and databases such as PostgreSQL, MariaDB, and IBM Db2, to name just a
few.

Windows Hosting refers to hosting a website or web application on a server running the server version
of the Windows operating system. Unlike Linux, Windows is not open source. It is a server OS built and
supported by Microsoft.

1. Operating System
 Linux Hosting: Utilizes the Linux operating system, which is open-source and free to use. It
supports various distributions like Ubuntu, CentOS, and Debian.
 Windows Hosting: Based on the Windows Server operating system, which is proprietary and
requires a license.
2. Supported Technologies
 Linux Hosting: Commonly supports technologies like PHP, MySQL, Perl, and Python. It's ideal for
hosting websites built on platforms like WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal.
 Windows Hosting: Primarily supports ASP.NET, MS SQL Server, and other Microsoft technologies.
It's suitable for applications developed in .NET frameworks and those requiring Windows-specific
features.
3. Performance and Stability
 Linux Hosting: Generally known for its stability and performance, especially for hosting websites
that do not require Windows-specific applications.
 Windows Hosting: Performance can vary based on the server configuration and the applications
being run. It may be less stable than Linux for certain applications.
4. Cost
 Linux Hosting: Usually less expensive due to the open-source nature of Linux.
 Windows Hosting: Tends to be more expensive because of the licensing costs associated with
Windows Server.
5. User Interface and Management
 Linux Hosting: Often managed through command-line interfaces (CLI) or control panels like
cPanel or Plesk. It may require more technical knowledge for management.
 Windows Hosting: Typically offers a graphical user interface (GUI) through tools like Plesk,
making it more user-friendly for those familiar with Windows environments.
6. Security
 Linux Hosting: Generally considered more secure due to its open-source nature, allowing for
rapid updates and community scrutiny. However, security also depends on configuration and
management.
 Windows Hosting: While Microsoft has improved security, it is often targeted more by malware
and attacks due to its widespread use.

Q2. What is the latest version of PHP?


Ans. 8.3 and 8.4
Q3. Number of subdomains can we create in shared hosting?
Ans.

Q4. When to upgrade your hosting plans?


Ans. When your website experiences slowdowns, frequent downtime, high traffic that
your current plan can't handle, needs more customization options, or has security
concerns.
Q5. Liabilities of shared hosting?
Ans.
 With shared hosting, you’ll be sharing the same system resources like RAM and
CPU with other websites on the same server.
 there is an increased risk of malware and virus infections because your website
shares the same server with others.
 We cannot add custom modules in shared hosting.

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