Windows asp.net hosting
If you google web hosting you’ll find a lot of cheap and reliable linux hosting while windows hosting are pretty few out there.
A relative newcomer to the web hosting arena, Microsoft got its start in the market with the introduction of its NT server operating system. Windows NT was beloved instantly for its ease of use and seamless integration with the FrontPage web authoring tool. This niche variation really appealed to users who lacked the ability to code with scripting technologies such as HTML, CGI and PHP. Despite its popularity, Windows NT quickly gained a bad reputation for being vulnerable to exploits and stability issues. The platform improved greatly with the introduction of Windows Server 2003 and got even better with the release of Windows Server 2008 in 2007.
Windows Pros
Windows offers a user-friendly setting that is quite familiar to its desktop environment, making it easier to use for administrators. Instead of complex commands, management tasks can be handled from a GUI boasting icons and easy to use tools.
Windows Cons
Now far more stable and secure, the Windows disadvantages have been reduced significantly. The biggest drawback would be cost, which stems from licenses tied to the Microsoft SQL Server, Exchange and even the Windows platform itself.