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Do I Need to Know How to Use Linux to Host My Site At A2 Hosting?

No! Many of our customers have never even touched Linux before, but take advantage of Linux's high performance and affordability everyday. cPanel makes hosting at A2 Hosting very simple. Did you know you can install tons of software to your A2 Hosting account (like a blog) with just 1-click thanks to a program we offer in cPanel called Softaculous?

Does My Computer's Operating System Have To Be Linux to Host My Site At A2 Hosting?

No! Our servers are compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux personal computer operating systems. The main hosting tasks are almost identical for both Linux and Windows servers, but the advantages found with our Linux Hosting are vast.

The Original Linux Host

• Huge Linux Support Community
• Stable & Secure System
• Free Use of Open Source Software
• Faster Page Loads & Top-Notch Performance
• Flexible Platforms With Finely Tuned Configurations
• Developer Friendly Environment

What Exactly Is Linux?

Linux is a free, UNIX-based operating system. Unix is a computer operating system that is powerful, designed for multitasking and built to be used by a number of people at once.

Linux is Open-Source. This is a type of program with source code that is generally free and readily available to anyone interested in using or working with the program.

The Linux operating system is specifically praised for its functionality, adaptability and robustness.

What Is A Linux Host?

Linux hosts provide web hosting on Linux-based servers allowing users to create their site within the Linux Operating System. A2 Hosting's Linux hosting services give web developers the ability to use popular and powerful open-source programs like PHP, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Python, Ruby, SSH and many more to build their site.