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You can use the Windows Server 2003 for various things; making it the perfect server operating system. The Windows Server 2003 is already installed on the windows dedicated server. With windows dedicated server hosting you have a complete freedom to customize and configure your server specs and OS respectively.

If your requirement is to host MSSQL/ASP/ASP.net webpages, then you are on the right way. Windows Epnet dedicated servers are the perfect solution for you as we all know that ASP and MSSQL being microsoft products.

Additionally to this, there are various advantages of a Windows Server. You can use the windows server as a web server, simply by using IIS web server. It is an application included along with the microsoft windows server installation. Another benefit, that using the windows media server application you are able to host it as a media server.
Changing your mind-set for the web.

Due to its immense popularity, several developers have created a number of applications and technologies that are compatible with the Windows platform. But with a private web host, they constantly experiment with new software and versions even before you ask. In addition, providers usually offer Service Level Agreement guarantees to ensure full-time availability and back-up for the site.
 

Microsoft is making a huge push for Azure, like their launch of BPOS two years ago this can be perceived as both an opportunity to partner and competitive threat for the hosting community.

VS2010 and ASP.Net 4 are close to final release, hosting companies need to get products ready that support these tools as they are significant improvements over the current versions. I believe they will see significant early adoption.

 
The fundamentals of The ASP.NET environment have the reputation of being quite easy and there are a number of additional ways of making a smooth start. There are many starter kits available for ASP dot NET Web Development. These kits are great if you want to get your web site up and running quickly and not having to worry about some basics that can easily be changed and customized. The kits provide you beginning products that have solid code which can be changed to create the web page you want.

There are five different types of starter kits that can be used; the time tracker, portal, commerce, reports and community kits. These kits contain codes that can be reused again and again to create completely new web sites. All the code can be easily customized to fit your needs.

While the ASP. NET has greatly simplified web development there are still some parts that will take some time and effort. These areas include developing reusable and solid code, a thorough testing system and a good design for the application. Many times individuals will have already accomplished what you are trying to so. So why not build upon their work instead of redoing everything over and over again.
 
If you are looking for a reliable yet affordable Windows and ASP.NET-based hosting, I would like to recommend Epnet Hosting. This hosting company supports ASP.NET 2, ASP.NET 3.5, ASP.NET MVC, SQL Server 2005/2008, IIS 6/7. The cost is also cheap, it starts from as low as R160.00/month only. Their tech support is good and we do not have to wait too long for getting their response.
 
Application service providers (commonly referred to as ASP’s) have quickly sprouted onto the web hosting scene in effort to provide businesses with new and innovative services. The term ASP should not be confused with Microsoft Corporations software application.

The number of applications provided through the ASP model is growing. Accordingly, there is a growing business of companies developing software for the ASP marketplace. What sorts of applications are being developed? As remotely-hosted applications can provide cost-effective access for businesses to unique software, many of the applications are designed to be of occasional use in terms of use. Others are geared towards using group connectivity provided by through the Internet to provide an application that is flexible.

Windows Epnet Hosting packages can play an important role in web developers' quest for success in their respective online businesses. The trend shows that there has been a significant shift by web site developers to Windows Epnet Hosting plan for valid reasons. The most attractive however, is the cheaper cost when compared to a dedicated server account. Web developers have relied on dedicated servers if and when program installation is needed. With a Windows Epnet Hosting account, the same feature exists for developers' disposal. The ability to undertake customization for each phase of your Windows Epnet Hosting package makes Windows Epnet Hosting a preferred choice over shared hosting.

The Benefits of a Windows Epnet Hosting Plan for Developers

Developers are attracted to having a Windows Epnet Hosting account because of the many features given. Access to a guaranteed resource is one vital component of a Windows Epnet Hosting account. This feature allows developers the advantage to dedicate a certain amount of resources for one website or multiple sites. When coupled with burstable RAM, this benefit allows your websites and programs to run efficiently. Another feature Windows Epnet Hosting offers is control panels. The DotNetPanel control panel has astounded developers for many years. Now offered in Windows Epnet Hosting packages, DotNetPanel offers a slew of options including the power to Zip, unzip files, and make MS SQL back up files.

Installable Applications Compliant With Epnet Hosting Plan

Windows Epnet offers some of the best options for individuals who value complete control with their web hosting accounts. One important component for this is the ability to install any programs. The web scripting language ASP.NET which can work in tandem with a database management system runs perfectly well under Windows Epnet Hosting account. Designed specifically to work seamlessly with Microsoft SQL databases, Asp.net powers through a web browser. This is done with the assistance of a desktop database management system.
 

Using DotNetPanel Web Application Gallery to Install Web Application
Control panel is integrated with Microsoft Web Application Gallery enabling you to easily install popular web application to your web site.
To browse the catalogue of web applications click “Microsoft Web App Gallery” in the hosting space.


To get the list of available web applications control panel connects directly to Microsoft web site. All applications in the catalogue were certified by Microsoft. The list of applications is constantly growing, so stay tuned!


Please note that the list you see may be various for different hosting spaces, because the list is filtered depending on resources available in the hosting space. For example, if SQL Server databases are not allowed in your hosting space you will not see those applications requiring SQL Server database such as DotNetNuke or BlogEngine.
 

You need to have your website hosted in South Africa. If your site is placed on a server in Germany or America due to the distance you are from your market - your website will bore your visitors to death because it is so slow to load a simple web page. Many South African hosting companies ignore this in order to offer cheaper prices - beware of this fact!