Advantages of Linux hosting over other hosting methods
With the Internet becoming one of the most influential and important media in the world, website storage technology has also developed significantly. Today, a variety of website storage packages are offered online on different operating systems, including Linux-based systems. Linux-based operating systems are the most widely used systems in the world for running servers, as their cost is negligible – completely free of charge. As we know, price plays a key role in choosing a product. But is low cost the only advantage of Linux hosting?
Zero cost
The second most common operating system for servers is Windows, which costs around $4,000 per license, including the annual cost of updates, and this system is still second to free Linux-based operating systems. Although every business or individual chooses a product based on considerations arising from an analysis of their individual needs, it cannot be ignored that price plays a decisive role. Most of the services offered in Linux storage systems for website storage servers are free of charge, compared to some of the services for other website storage server systems. Again, although it is almost always possible to find a free version, it is still a more complex task.
In praise of open source
Another advantage of using a Linux storage system to run web hosting servers is that these systems are open source, meaning that any bugs or security issues and/or operating system problems are resolved very quickly. Windows systems are supported exclusively by Microsoft, and therefore the speed of fixing bugs is slower. However, it should also be noted that while Microsoft provides full support, Linux-based systems may require technical knowledge or the hiring of server maintenance services.
Compatibility with the website's programming language – the bottom line
In fact, this is the issue that almost unequivocally determines which operating system is needed for the hosting server. When the website is built in one of the languages asp, asp.net, there is no choice but to choose a Windows operating system for the server, but remember that everything that can be done in these programming languages can also be done in PHP, which is supported by Linux and therefore may significantly reduce your expenses. If you are undecided in the initial stages of building your website, it is recommended that you consider using PHP, as it will allow you greater flexibility in choosing the operating system for hosting your website, and you will also be able to choose a Linux-based system.
In conclusion
There is no doubt that Linux hosting is the preferred option over its competitors, and not only because of the huge difference in price. The return on investment is also a factor. If your website is already built using ASP, you don't have much choice, but if not, we definitely recommend choosing a Linux-based operating system. Of course, there are other considerations when choosing website hosting, but the operating system is one of the most important factors. 
