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IIS vs Windows Server

Based on 1 and 1 real audits

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MetricIISWindows ServerWinner
Performance2525Tie
Accessibility6868Tie
Best Practices5050Tie
SEO9292Tie
Security5959Tie
TTFB378ms378msTie
Composite6666Tie
Performance
IIS
25
Windows Server
25
Accessibility
IIS
68
Windows Server
68
Security
IIS
59
Windows Server
59
SEO
IIS
92
Windows Server
92
Composite
IIS
66
Windows Server
66

IIS and Windows Server are closely matched, each leading in different categories. IIS has a composite score of 66 while Windows Server scores 66.

FAQ

Which is faster, IIS or Windows Server?
Based on real BeaverCheck audits, IIS sites score higher on Lighthouse performance (25 vs 25 on average).
Which has better security, IIS or Windows Server?
IIS sites score higher on security analysis (59 vs 59 on average).
Should I choose IIS or Windows Server for my website?
Both platforms have trade-offs. IIS scores higher on performance while IIS may excel in other areas. Run a free BeaverCheck audit to compare specific metrics relevant to your use case.
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