{"id":4173,"date":"2026-02-25T14:30:58","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T14:30:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/?p=4173"},"modified":"2026-02-25T14:30:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T14:30:59","slug":"how-to-install-iis-manager-in-windows-server","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/495\/install-iis-manager-in-windows-server.html","title":{"rendered":"How to Install IIS Manager in Windows Server?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When you plan to host a website, web application, API, or even an internal company portal on a Windows-based system, you need a reliable web server. In the Windows ecosystem, that role is entirely handled by Internet Information Services (IIS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are setting up a development server, deploying a live production website, or configuring a hosting environment for clients, installing IIS is the first and most important step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we will walk you through three clear and properly explained methods to install IIS in Windows Server:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"list-style: ' \\2794';\">\n<li>&nbsp;Using Server Manager (GUI method)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Using PowerShell<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Using Command Prompt (DISM)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each method is explained step by step in simple language so you can follow along easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/435\/install-gcc-compiler-on-windows.html\"><strong>How to Install GCC Compiler on Windows?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Methods to Install IIS Manager in Windows Server<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s discuss 3 methods for installing IIS Manager on Windows Server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here they are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Method 1: Install IIS Using Server Manager (GUI Method)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Installing IIS via Server Manager is the easiest and most common method. Let\u2019s go through the steps for installation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0First, open Server Manager by logging in to your Windows Server, then click the <strong>\u2018Start\u2019<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"409\" height=\"158\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Server-Manager.png\" alt=\"Server-Manager\" class=\"wp-image-4174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Server-Manager.png 409w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Server-Manager-300x116.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0In Server Manager Dashboard, click on <strong>\u2018Manage\u2019 <\/strong>(top-right corner).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"337\" height=\"56\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Manage.png\" alt=\"Manage\" class=\"wp-image-4175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Manage.png 337w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Manage-300x50.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 337px) 100vw, 337px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0In that, select <strong>\u2018Add Roles and Features.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"227\" height=\"167\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Add-Roles-and-Features.png\" alt=\"Add-Roles-and-Features\" class=\"wp-image-4176\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As a result, the <strong>Add Roles and Features<\/strong> Wizard will open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0In that, click <strong>\u2018Next.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"381\" height=\"113\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next.png\" alt=\"Next\" class=\"wp-image-4177\" style=\"width:381px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next.png 381w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next-300x89.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0Now, you have to choose a <strong>\u2018Role-based or feature-based installation.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"573\" height=\"157\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Role-based-or-feature-based-installation.png\" alt=\"Role-based-or-feature-based-installation\" class=\"wp-image-4178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Role-based-or-feature-based-installation.png 573w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Role-based-or-feature-based-installation-300x82.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 573px) 100vw, 573px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0After choosing, again click <strong>\u2018Next.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"364\" height=\"47\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next2.png\" alt=\"Next2\" class=\"wp-image-4179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next2.png 364w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next2-300x39.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 364px) 100vw, 364px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0From the list, check <strong>\u2018Web Server (IIS).\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"309\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Web-Server-IIS.png\" alt=\"Web-Server-IIS\" class=\"wp-image-4180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Web-Server-IIS.png 309w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Web-Server-IIS-282x300.png 282w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0After that, a pop-up will appear asking you to add the required features.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"164\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/required-features.png\" alt=\"required-features\" class=\"wp-image-4181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/required-features.png 395w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/required-features-300x125.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 395px) 100vw, 395px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0You have to click <strong>\u2018Add Features\u2019 <\/strong>&amp; then click<strong> \u2018Next.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"391\" height=\"288\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Add-Features.png\" alt=\"Add-Features\" class=\"wp-image-4182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Add-Features.png 391w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Add-Features-300x221.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 391px) 100vw, 391px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0You can leave the default features selected.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"324\" height=\"330\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/default-features.png\" alt=\"default-features\" class=\"wp-image-4183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/default-features.png 324w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/default-features-295x300.png 295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 324px) 100vw, 324px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0Click <strong>\u2018Next.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"364\" height=\"47\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next2.png\" alt=\"Next2\" class=\"wp-image-4179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next2.png 364w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next2-300x39.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 364px) 100vw, 364px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0After clicking <strong>\u2018Next\u2019,<\/strong> you can select additional IIS services like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"list-style: ' \\2605';\">\n<li>&nbsp;Static Content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Default Document<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;HTTP Errors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;ASP.NET<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;CGI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;ISAPI Extensions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"312\" height=\"318\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IIS-services.png\" alt=\"IIS-services\" class=\"wp-image-4184\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IIS-services.png 312w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IIS-services-294x300.png 294w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 312px) 100vw, 312px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>For basic website hosting, the default options are enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0Once selection is done, click <strong>\u2018Next.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"364\" height=\"47\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next2.png\" alt=\"Next2\" class=\"wp-image-4179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next2.png 364w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Next2-300x39.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 364px) 100vw, 364px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0Confirm the Installation by clicking <strong>\u2018Install.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"381\" height=\"47\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Install.png\" alt=\"Install\" class=\"wp-image-4185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Install.png 381w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Install-300x37.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now, wait for the installation to complete, then click <strong>\u2018Close\u2019<\/strong> when done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/415\/how-to-launch-windows-iis-manager.html\"><strong>How to Launch Windows Internet Information (IIS) Manager?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Method 2: Install IIS Using PowerShell<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Installing IIS Manager using PowerShell is faster and more useful for administrators who prefer command-line installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0To install via PowerShell, open PowerShell as an Administrator by right-clicking <strong>\u2018Start.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0In that click, <strong>\u2018Windows PowerShell (Admin).\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0You have to type the following command &amp; press <strong>\u2018Enter.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><button class=\"copy-btn\" onclick=\"copyCommand(this)\">\ud83d\udccb<\/button><span class=\"copy-msg\">Copied!<\/span>\n        <table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td class=\"kb_firewall\"><strong><strong>Install-WindowsFeature -Name Web-Server -IncludeManagementTools<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0The system will install IIS along with the required components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0Once completed, you will see:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><button class=\"copy-btn\" onclick=\"copyCommand(this)\">\ud83d\udccb<\/button><span class=\"copy-msg\">Copied!<\/span>\n        <table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td class=\"kb_firewall\"><strong><strong>Success<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/445\/windows-powershell-basic-commands.html\"><strong>Windows PowerShell Basic Commands Cheatsheet For You<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Method 3: Install IIS Using Command Prompt (DISM)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Installing IIS using the Command Prompt is helpful in minimal environments or when Server Manager is unavailable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0To begin, you have to open <strong>\u2018Command Prompt as Administrator.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0In that, run DISM Command &amp; Press <strong>\u2018Enter.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><button class=\"copy-btn\" onclick=\"copyCommand(this)\">\ud83d\udccb<\/button><span class=\"copy-msg\">Copied!<\/span>\n        <table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td class=\"kb_firewall\"><strong><strong>DISM \/Online \/Enable-Feature \/FeatureName:IIS-WebServerRole \/All<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0Wait for Completion &amp; DISM will enable IIS &amp; related features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, restart the server if prompted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/286\/how-to-migrate-iis-website-to-another-server.html\"><strong>How to Migrate an IIS Website to Another Server?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Check if IIS Manager is Installed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794\u00a0Open the browser &amp; check for the URL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><button class=\"copy-btn\" onclick=\"copyCommand(this)\">\ud83d\udccb<\/button><span class=\"copy-msg\">Copied!<\/span>\n        <table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td class=\"kb_firewall\"><strong><strong>http:\/\/your-ip<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If the IIS welcome page appears, installation is successful.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"904\" height=\"582\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IIS-welcome-page.png\" alt=\"welcome\" class=\"wp-image-4186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IIS-welcome-page.png 904w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IIS-welcome-page-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IIS-welcome-page-768x494.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 904px) 100vw, 904px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/402\/how-to-install-ssl-in-iis-on-windows-vps.html\"><strong>How to Install the SSL in IIS on Windows VPS?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common Optional Features You May Need<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your application requirements, you may also enable:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"list-style: ' \\2605';\">\n<li>&nbsp;ASP.NET<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;.NET Extensibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;CGI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;WebSocket Protocol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;FTP Server<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These can be added at any time using the Add Roles and Features Wizard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/424\/find-location-of-windows-log-files.html\"><strong>How Can You Find The Location of the Windows Log Files?<\/strong><\/a><\/p><hr>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Installing Internet Information Services (IIS) in Windows Server is a foundational task for anyone planning to host websites or web applications in a Microsoft environment. The installation process is straightforward, but choosing the right method depends on your working style and server environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"list-style: ' \\2605';\">\n<li>&nbsp;Use Server Manager if you prefer a graphical interface.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Use PowerShell for faster, script-based deployments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Use DISM when working in minimal or restricted environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once IIS is installed, your server can host websites, applications, and services efficiently. However, installation is just the beginning. For a production-ready setup, you should also configure firewall rules, enable necessary role services, apply security best practices, and install SSL certificates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With IIS properly installed and configured, your Windows Server is now ready to serve web traffic reliably and securely.<\/p>\n\n\n<script>\nfunction copyCommand(btn) {\n  const td = btn.parentElement.querySelector(\"td.kb_firewall\");\n  const text = td.innerText.trim();\n\n  navigator.clipboard.writeText(text).then(() => {\n    const msg = btn.parentElement.querySelector(\".copy-msg\");\n    msg.style.display = \"inline-block\";\n    setTimeout(() => msg.style.display = \"none\", 1000);\n  });\n}\n<\/script>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you plan to host a website, web application, API, or even an internal company portal on a Windows-based system, you need a reliable web server. In the Windows ecosystem, that role is entirely handled by Internet Information Services (IIS). 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