Overall performance Linux is better then Windows. However there aren't as much Linux programs as their are for windows. But Linux compensates for this by using less ram and less CPU to boot up and use programs. Also Linux does not get any viruses because it does not contain a windows 32 fodler like a windows. Windows on the other hand takes a long time to boot, uses alot of ram, and does get viruses. Also i have tested a private server on each software. First i used Windows on a 512mb ram lapt