[marshallbrown]

I always wondered, Why are most VPS's and Host's based on Linux?

[Infinity]

It's a very stable and lightweight operating system.

[LinuxViper]

Because it's free and more stable & secure & easier & open-source

[Kaperstone]

Because its free.

[Kapersky™]

Because, it's not Windows.

[TakeiT]

Linux is free to use, its also very light weight and can run on a few mb of ram, whereas windows needs a lot more. I would use linux on my pc if it wouldnt bottleneck it so much. Its the same reason why most phones run Android (Which is linux) - Its free

[Abagail]

Well, linux servers are more practical for a wide array of reasons which include:
* Cheaper prices to host(since the OS is free and no license needs to be purchased)
* Linux servers are based on terminal
* Linux services add easy PHP / SSH access allowing for easy integration for things such as restarting server, modifying files, etc.

[Vince]

There's really no need to use Windows Server unless you require some very specific services like Active Directory or Exchange server, both of which are only required in large corporations.

[AnnihilationLee]

Because its free.

[BroZeus]