Unless you want to use software like ASP, the generally cheaper, more stable and feature-laden Unix systems will do nicely. Here are some advantages of using a Unix web host:

Stability. Unlike Windows, the Unix operating system rarely crashes.

Independence. Using Unix eliminates dependence on some other computer to act as a mail server and print server. This eliminates the limitations on file sizes and other rules and regulations often imposed by the administrator of the server, and many other problems involved in transferring mail to and from the server. In Unix, unlike Windows, email comes directly to one's computer and is stored only there. One can also set up HTTP and anonymous FTP servers with little trouble.

Remote execution and administration. Remote execution in Windows can be painful compared to Unix. In Unix, one can fix problems, execute programs, or upgrade and reboot the system over a slow telephone line in text mode; GUI programs can be executed remotely over a network with complete transparency. Also, if the windowing system hangs, both remote and local access are impossible. In Unix, even if the X Window system should hang, you can still login from another terminal anywhere in the world and fix it.

No viruses. It is not possible to have a true system virus in Unix. Email viruses also don't work in Unix.

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