VPS provider requires Windows 7 key before installation
August 7th, 2016
Anyways, the provider I was considering says that they will install “Windows 7 Professional”…but I must provide a key. This is a problem for me, because I only have a “pre-activated” Windows 7…which I downloaded here at lol!
I’m not sure what to do…
– Are there any working keys for Windows 7 Professional? – Do any of you know providers who can provide Windows 7 VPS without key?
– Any ideas or suggestions?
This is just ridicules, Windows 7 is a desktop OS and isn’t ideal for server use!
Was this your idea or theirs? If theirs, Drop em like a bad habit!
Any normal Windows VPS provider should be able to provide you with a Windows Server OS for no additional costs (And without asking you for a serial!) But for the record, Linux VPS’s are cheaper by far.
It’s not as straightforward to set it up the way you want it to if your a total Linux noob, But I can help
you out if you want, And besides, It’d save you money!
This is just ridicules, Windows 7 is a desktop OS and isn't ideal for server use!
Was this your idea or theirs? If theirs, Drop em like a bad habit!
Any normal Windows VPS provider should be able to provide you with a Windows Server OS for no additional costs (And without asking you for a serial!) But for the record, Linux VPS's are cheaper by far.
It's not as straightforward to set it up the way you want it to if your a total Linux noob, But I can help
you out if you want, And besides, It'd save you money!
Well, I was looking for a way to use Windows 7 with a high speed internet connection. My residential upload speeds are really slow, and it prevents me from sharing the content I rip (I got lots of stuff to share!).
I thought it would be great if I can connect to a Windows 7 computer that has high speed internet (via local remote desktop)…and do my file transfer work on it.
I want to use software like Zoom Uploader, PicaLoader Image Ripper, Internet Download Manager, Jdownloader, & various stream rippers…to do my downloading/uploading work.
I shied away from any Windows Server OS, because I assumed such software would be incompatible with it. I didn’t even bother with Linux, because I know my software won’t work on it.
I’m open to any suggestions you have. While I’m fairly knowledgeable about stuff on my local computer…I have very little experience with this online stuff.
You are mistaken, Most Windows apps would run perfectly fine on a Server OS!
Windows Server OS’s, While optimized for server use and include additional features/apps for such purposes, Aren’t built from the ground up, I mean, They use a pre existing kernel and not a unique one!
Server 2012 is based on the Windows 8 Kernel.
Server 2008 is based on the Windows 7 Kernel.
Server 2003 is based on the Windows XP 64 Bit kernel.
Point is, Because the kernels (Or base if you wanna call it that way) are the same, It doesn’t break software compatibility! In fact, Unless the particular app was specifically programmed by the maker not to function on a Server OS, It’d likely work fine!
You are correct by saying those apps won’t work on Linux, There are viable alternatives tho.
But still, They’d be harder to set up & use if you have no prior experience. So you should just
go with the Windows option.
You are mistaken, Most Windows apps would run perfectly fine on a Server OS!
Windows Server OS's, While optimized for server use and include additional features/apps for such purposes, Aren't built from the ground up, I mean, They use a pre existing kernel and not a unique one!
Server 2012 is based on the Windows 8 Kernel.
Server 2008 is based on the Windows 7 Kernel.
Server 2003 is based on the Windows XP 64 Bit kernel.
Point is, Because the kernels (Or base if you wanna call it that way) are the same, It doesn't break software compatibility! In fact, Unless the particular app was specifically programmed by the maker not to function on a Server OS, It'd likely work fine!
You are correct by saying those apps won't work on Linux, There are viable alternatives tho.
But still, They'd be harder to set up & use if you have no prior experience. So you should just
go with the Windows option.
Thank you so much for setting me straight! I didn’t know that. That certainly opens up many more options. I’m going to look for a Windows Server 2008 VPS. Seems to be a good fit for my needs.
If you (or anyone reading this) know any good providers, let me know in this topic…or if it’s more comfortable, message via PM.
You’re welcome
But just a small correction, Only the second revision of Server 2008 (R2) is based on the Windows 7 kernel.
The first revision is actually based on the Windows Vista kernel.
You're welcome
But just a small correction, Only the second revision of Server 2008 (R2) is based on the Windows 7 kernel.
The first revision is actually based on the Windows Vista kernel.
Thanks again! Helps me narrow down what I’m looking for.
Yeah, I’ve yet to find a single windows desktop app that doesn’t work on windows server. NO reputable hosting company should sell you ‘windows 7’, I’ve never seen a host sell that, only windows server. Mind you, windows servers are expensive (due to how much they cost to license).
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It’s really good to hear that the apps stand a good chance of working.
Now my concern is finding a provider that’s reliable in terms of service and speed.
I’m reading so many horror stories out there, I don’t know who to trust.
,
It's really good to hear that the apps stand a good chance of working.
Now my concern is finding a provider that's reliable in terms of service and speed.
I'm reading so many horror stories out there, I don't know who to trust.
I could help you, but you’d need your own windows server key (legit)
Better ask for recommendations here:
http://www.webhostingtalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=103
Good luck!
I could help you, but you'd need your own windows server key (legit)
I just looked on TigerDirect, and it was priced at $689!! I don’t think I’ll ever have my own legit key lol!
Better ask for recommendations here:
http://www.webhostingtalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=103
Good luck!
Thanks for the link!
I’ll post there now, and hopefully get good feedback.