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    Common Uses of Windows VPS

    By Lucy BennettDec 2, 2020 2:52 pm UTC

    Windows is still one of the most dominant operating systems for computers and laptops.

    Common Uses of Windows VPS

    Most companies, businesses and organizations use Windows because it’s versatile and can run just about any software. The wealth of tools it has can be used as a solution for every need.

    Enter VPS, or virtual private servers which can host thousands of applications and services. A cheap windows vps can be employed to provide the following:

    Virtual Desktop

    A virtual desktop contains pre-selected programs and apps and are used to perform specific functions. It may sound redundant but are actually saving businesses more money as they won’t have to spend as much on a full-fledged desktop computer.

    These ‘dumb terminals’ can act as public gateway points to consumer services and help automate some of the most repetitive processes.

    Backup

    Computers with the Windows OS can perform backups and keep it for offline storage. In instances where there’s a system failure or outage these VPS systems can certainly come in handy and prove their worth, especially for data-intensive companies.

    All businesses, even small and local ones can benefit from having a cheap windows vps so it can stay on track even when their main computer or servers go out.

    Aside from peace of mind you can recover essential files much easier compared to hiring a technician to try and recover the data.

    Email Server

    In today’s world a VPS takes care of the email workload. Having it on such platform allows the user to manage several services instead of hosting it on shared devices.

    A VPS can hold its own as long as the user installs encryption software to ensure no other entity can see or gain access to it.

    Because of its unparalleled security many enterprises, including multinational ones have their mail servers secured in a VPS environment.

    Web Hosting

    Web hosting services use VPS as a better alternative to shared hosting. In this setup, software can be installed and customized according to the user’s preferences.

    A Windows-based VPS can also allow the admin to complete tasks without having to go through so much permission. The user will be free to install security apps and programs without affecting the whole customer database.

    What’s more, a VPS web hosting service isn’t likely to suffer from performance issues or hardware limitations.

    Online Game Server

    Most games now have an online multiplayer aspect. However, what we don’t know is that most of these servers are hosted on a VPS environment.

    Having a VPS for online gaming makes response time, particularly ping lower and reduces latency. The lower the lag the better the overall gaming experience.

    Online game servers can be found across the world and helps bridge the gap between countries in the west from those on the east.

    VPS servers are a cheap and effective way to run a program or a host of apps to perform a central function. The best part is that you won’t need a powerful computer to get started. It’s a popular system that’s preferred by a lot of businesses and companies.

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    Lucy Bennett is a Contributing Editor at iLounge. She has been writing about Apple and technology for over six years. Prior to joining iLounge, Lucy worked as a writer for several online publications.

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    • Virtual Desktop
    • Backup
    • Email Server
    • Web Hosting
    • Online Game Server

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