In the world of web hosting and website management, Windows Server with IIS (Internet Information Services) is a reliable and efficient choice. If you're a developer or a small business owner looking to host your website or web application in a secure and stable environment, IIS is the ideal solution.
IIS (Internet Information Services) is a web server developed by Microsoft that works exclusively on Windows systems. It allows businesses and developers to:
Host static websites (HTML/CSS/JavaScript).
Run ASP.NET and PHP applications.
Support essential protocols like HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP.
Manage SSL/TLS security certificates.
Log errors and monitor performance to troubleshoot quickly.
Full integration with Active Directory and Microsoft environments.
Easy setup through a user-friendly Graphical User Interface (GUI).
Flexible customization through modules.
High performance and support for enterprise-level applications.
Open Server Manager from the Start menu.
Click on Manage > Add Roles and Features.
Choose Role-based or feature-based installation and click Next.
Select the target server from the list.
Enable the Web Server (IIS) option.
Add any necessary features, like:
FTP Server (optional for file transfers)
Management Tools for advanced administration
Click Install and wait for the process to complete.
To verify, open a browser and enter:
http://localhost
If the default welcome page appears, the installation is successful.
Open IIS Manager.
On the left pane, right-click Sites > Add Website.
Enter the details:
Site Name (e.g., MySite)
Physical Path: Place HTML, CSS, and JS files here.
Port: Usually port 80.
Click OK, and your site will be accessible via the IP or domain.
From Visual Studio, publish the app to a local folder.
Copy the output files to a folder inside C:\inetpub\wwwroot.
In IIS Manager, add a new site and set the physical path to this folder.
Choose the appropriate .NET CLR version (e.g., v4.0).
Open the browser and test the app by entering:
http://yourserverip
Protect data between the server and browser.
Prevent data snooping or tampering.
Increase user trust and improve SEO rankings.
Obtain an SSL certificate from a trusted provider (e.g., DigiCert, Let’s Encrypt).
Open IIS Manager.
Select the server and double-click Server Certificates.
Click Complete Certificate Request and import the file (.cer or .p7b).
Go to Site Settings > Bindings.
Add a new HTTPS binding on port 443 and select the certificate.
Your site will now be available via:
https://yourdomain.com
Enable Compression: Speed up static page loading.
Enable Authentication: Use Windows Authentication or Basic Authentication.
Set URL Rewrite Rules: Improve SEO and make URLs more readable.
Logging & Monitoring: Continuously monitor performance and identify issues.
Regular Updates: Ensure you install security updates for both Windows Server and IIS.
Website Doesn't Work After Setup:
Ensure port 80 or 443 is open in the firewall.
Error 500 (Internal Server Error):
Check folder permissions.
Make sure the app is using the correct .NET version.
Website Page Not Displaying:
Place index.html or default.aspx in the website folder.
By following these steps, you’ve learned how to:
Install IIS on Windows Server.
Set up Static or ASP.NET websites.
Enable SSL certificates and HTTPS.
IIS is not just a web server; it’s a complete and secure environment for hosting websites and applications, especially for businesses and developers relying on Microsoft’s ecosystem.
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