IDX·October 26, 2026·2 min read
Most web hosting runs on Linux, but plenty of business software was built for Windows. A Windows Server VPS lets you run it in a data centre instead of on an office PC.
Typical uses
- Desktop accounting and ERP software that several people use from different locations.
- Remote desktop (RDP) workspaces for staff who need a Windows environment from anywhere.
- .NET and ASP.NET applications and Microsoft SQL Server databases.
- Trading platforms, bots and tools that must run around the clock.
- Legacy line-of-business applications that cannot move to the web.
Why not a PC in the office?
An office PC depends on the building's power, internet and air conditioning, and is rarely backed up properly. A VPS runs in a data centre with redundant power and network, can be snapshotted before changes, and is reachable from anywhere.
What to plan for
- Licensing: Windows Server licences are usually included in the VPS price, but software running on it (SQL Server, Office, the application itself) has its own licensing rules. Remote desktop for several users may need extra licences.
- Resources: Windows needs more memory than a minimal Linux server. Size for the OS plus your application and the number of simultaneous users.
- Security: never leave RDP open to the whole internet with weak passwords. Restrict it by IP address or put it behind a VPN, use strong passwords and keep Windows updated.
- Backups: snapshots before updates, and regular backups of your application data.
At IDX
IDX Windows VPS plans include the Windows Server licence, RDP and Administrator access, dedicated resources and NVMe storage, with Windows Server 2019, 2022 and 2025 available. If you are not sure how much you need, tell us about your software and we will suggest a size.
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