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  1. John444, Aug 13, 2011

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    Hey everyone, I was wondering if different web hosts allow different operating systems. To be more clear I want to know if it matters on which operating system you are running to upload your website to a web host.

    I noticed many web hosts say Linux and Windows compatible, but does it matter, wouldn't it still upload files from a Mac?

    I am confused, I do not want to purchase a web hosting package just to find out it doesn't allow mac users to upload files via FTP. (If it helps I am planning to upload my website using dreamweaver).

    Any thoughts would be nice.

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    For example, Godaddy.com says it supports linux and windows, could I upload my site even though I am running Mac OS X snow leopard?
     
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  2. Laird Knox, Aug 13, 2011

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    Mostly when they say what they are compatible with it means for the backend programs. For example, a Linux server will frequently use MySQL for the database and Apache for the web server. Often a Microsoft server will use MS SQL Server and IIS.

    For basic hosting it shouldn't make a difference. Once you start to try to run custom programs or tie into things like FrontPage or Drupal it may make a difference.

    In your case it probably doesn't make any difference.
     
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  3. john1620b, Aug 14, 2011

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    It shouldn't make any difference. Every OS (Windows, Mac, Linux) has FTP applications to interact with your files, so unless you use specialized software or your host requires a unique connection, you'll be fine. If you do want a host that caters to Mac customers, I recommend MacHighway. I use them and they've had excellent service every time I've interacted with them.
     
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  4. John444, Aug 15, 2011

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    so if I use dreamweaver it should be fine?
     
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  5. jsm4182, Aug 15, 2011

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    Linux and Windows refers to the operating systems on their servers. As long as the web host allows ftp access you can connect with dreamweaver or any other ftp client.
     
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  6. John444, Aug 20, 2011

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    ok thanks!
     
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