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Internet Information Services (IIS) on Windows® Server serves as a versatile, secure, and easily manageable web server suitable for a wide array of online hosting needs. Whether it's media streaming or complex web applications, IIS boasts a scalable and open framework designed to meet even the highest demands with efficiency. Its robust features allow for seamless integration and performance across various internet-based services.

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A versatile web application server that integrates multiple layers of the standard application stack into a single entity, NGINX Unit streamlines the architecture for web applications and APIs. This universal platform acts as a foundational element for any web structure, accommodating everything from large-scale enterprise solutions to personal websites. It excels not only in simplifying contemporary microservices setups but also in updating older, monolithic systems. Developed by the original team behind NGINX, NGINX Unit is built on a completely new open-source codebase. Its design leverages knowledge gained from more than ten years of operating the most widely used web server globally. In contrast to the traditional NGINX web server, which typically functions as a reverse proxy for web applications, NGINX Unit is capable of executing application code directly. This unique capability makes it an attractive choice for developers looking to enhance performance and efficiency.