Windows-based servers are the perfect choice for Microsoft’s enterprise software. Host your app’s backend with SQL Server, organize collaboration with Exchange, develop applications based on .NET or organize remote work for your team using Remote Desktop Protocol.
Our choice of dedicated, virtual and cloud platforms will give your business the perfect platform for any of these tasks.
Criterion | Cloud Server | Dedicated Server | VPS |
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Performance | High, depends on resources | High, depends on hardware | Sufficient for simple tasks |
Scaling | Very flexible, instant | Tied to hardware | Limited, harder to scale |
Security | High, has built-in solutions | User tools + data center measures | Data isolation + data center measures |
Fault tolerance | High, thanks to n+1 redundancy | High with clustering | Data center redundancy + backups |
Flexibility | Very high, easily adaptable | Maximal, everything is configurable | Configurable storage and RAM |
Price | On average higher than other options | Depends on configuration | Affordable, budget-friendly solution |
When choosing between SIM-Networks' servers, it’s important to understand the differences between dedicated servers, virtual private servers (VPS), and cloud servers in terms of how they support your company’s Windows-based tasks.
A Windows dedicated server gives you full access to a physical machine, making it the best option for performance-heavy workloads. It’s commonly used for hosting Microsoft SQL Server databases, Microsoft Exchange, or organizing remote workplaces for employees that need access to Microsoft tools such as the Office package. Since all hardware resources are reserved for one user, you get consistent performance, complete control over Windows Server settings, as well as the ability to configure group policies, custom scripts, or specialized roles like Remote Desktop Services. This is perfect for companies that need to run large internal systems while maintaining full control over hardware and long-term development. The tradeoff is less flexibility in scaling and the higher demands towards expertise in day-to-day use.
A Windows VPS offers a cost-effective environment by virtualizing the hardware and providing each user a fully isolated slice. You get a private segment of the server with full administrative access and the ability to install your own software, including the OS, but with resource limits based on your plan. It’s also important to note that you need compatible hypervisors such as VMware ESXi to run Windows efficiently. Others such as XEN also support Windows deployment, but don’t offer as much integration with Microsoft’s ecosystem. VPS is often used for smaller deployments of .NET web applications, lightweight SQL Server databases, development and testing environments, or running Windows-based scheduling and automation tasks. It’s a good middle ground for businesses that need more control than shared hosting allows, but don’t yet require the full power or cost of a dedicated server or the cloud.
Windows cloud servers provide the most flexibility, especially for applications that need to scale quickly. Instances in the cloud aren’t tied to specific hardware and can be quickly deployed, reconfigured, or replicated. This makes them perfect for web apps with unstable workloads or for use in hybrid infrastructures. For example, you can host your SQL-based backed on a dedicated server while the frontend is in a flexible cloud environment. In addition, the cloud solves tasks like backups or VPNs with ready-made microservices that don’t require any additional development from your team.
We at SIM-Networks know that no two businesses have exactly the same IT infrastructure needs: every company is unique. If one of our ready-made solutions solves your business tasks, we will be happy to provide it as is. However, if you need a unique IT infrastructure for your business, our team will be happy to discuss your vision, design the platform and build it from scratch. Reach out to us; we are available 24/7.