Yes, even in the wacky world we call Web hosting, these two duke it out day by day. Both Linux and Windows have their own Web hosting servers. Some Web hosts use one. Some Web hosts use the other. Heck, even some Web hosts offer both! Which one is better?

It really does depend on the end user. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. The fine folks at The Web Host Directory put them head to head in a winner take all battle. Who won the epic fight?

The Basics of Linux & Windows : Linux (and its close relation Unix) and Windows 2000 (and its close cousin Windows NT) are types of software (known as operating systems) that web servers use to do the kind of things that web servers do. You do not need to know any real detail of either to make a decision as to which you need but here a few guidelines.

Just because you use a windows desktop PC doesn’t mean you have to opt for Windows web hosting (and the reverse is true as well). The operating system you use on your desktop has little to do with your choice of web hosts. As long as you understand how to use your FTP or web publishing software, your can use either operating system.

But what is important is that you know what you want your Web site to do and what you want to offer on it. This is what will ultimately help determine the type of web hosting that will work best for you. As mentioned earlier, interactive Web sites usually rely on ASP, PHP, or Perl type languages.

Honestly I do have to say, even though I love Windows more on my desktop, I’d rather have my Web hosting server running Linux. The key factor for me is stability. I feel that a Linux-based Web hosting server is by far more secure and stable than a Windows one. Others would argue the other side though, so who wins? It is up to you!