No matter which kind of web server you choose to sign up for, Windows will be the operating system in every case. ASP is one of the most common programming languages used to develop a website. ASP, .Net, and other Microsoft specific application programs are basically used to develop websites that are associated with a variety of databases.

Some people also hold the belief that Windows operating system is more reliable than open source operating systems, such as Linux and UNIX. However, so far there is no evidence to support this theory. Even open source operating systems can offer very reliable hosting if the websites have been developed accordingly. However, Linux and UNIX based hosting can be very cost effective. Yet just because they charge you a lesser price, it does not mean they are better than Windows.

Both Microsoft Windows and Linux have their own features. However, they support different types of applications programs. Therefore, you have to be very careful while you are taking a decision in this regard. Overall, no matter which type of web server it is, Microsoft web hosting has always been the favorite choice of most webmasters.