Microsoft IIS vs lighttpd : Which is Better?

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Microsoft IIS

Internet Information Services (IIS) is an extensible web server. Developed by Microsoft IIS.NET Team

License: Commercial

Categories: Development

Apps available for Windows

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lighttpd

lighttpd (lighty) is an open-source web server optimized for speed-critical environments while remaining standards-compliant, secure and flexible. Developed by Jan Kneschke

License: Open Source

Categories: Network & Admin

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

Microsoft IIS VS lighttpd Feature comparision

Feature Microsoft IIS lighttpd
Web Server
Load balancing
HTTPS Support
Lightweight
Low memory usage
Configurable
Customizable
Modules
Blogging
Support for Let's Encrypt
Modular System
PowerShell Scripting
Web Development
Portable
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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