CentOS is one of the most widespread Linux-based server Operating Systems on the market. It's employed by numerous website hosting suppliers, since it's very stable, reliable and secure, not to mention that it is freely customizable, since it's an open-source Operating System. CentOS is used for production servers, because it's also really quick and takes negligible resources. What's more, you're able to install and run any web app, provided that it can operate on a Linux equipment. If you use a CentOS-powered server, you are able to modify any part of the Operating System according to your preferences. The fact that CentOS is free of charge also means that you will need to pay only for your server, and not for any kind of license fees, which will reduce your overall expenses. A vast team of developers and users is behind CentOS, so that in case you ever encounter any problems, or you are simply unsure how to perform a specific task, you'll be able to discover a solution right away. A significant advantage of the OS is also the fact that each release is officially supported and updated for a minimum of 10 years, so you'll always have a secure and reliable software environment.