| A: The answer is that it depends. If you are asking this question, then it probably doesn't matter. All three operating systems are reliable and offer reliable web servers that support common technologies such as Java. If you ask this question in a room full of webmasters, you may just initiate a
heated debate. However, the optimal web server and operating system for you depends on the technologies that you want to use with your web site. If you're using Front Page Extensions, ASP, .NET or other Microsoft technologies, you are probably better off
with a Windows server. If you're more comfortable with PhP and Apache, you are probably better off
with a Unix-based operating system. Many web hosting companies utilize a Linux/Apache combination primarily due to cost and familiarity (and many will also argue stability). You'll find that most web hosting companies run Linux/Apache systems. Related Website Hosting Services Questions:
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