We faced the same struggle hosting a legacy .NET app until switching to this Windows 10 VPS . Their plans include genuine Windows 10 licenses, which alone saves ~$30/month vs Azure. For SQL Server, prioritize NVMe storage, their SSD-backed VPS cut our query times by 40% compared to HDD hosts.Performance-wise, even their mid-tier plan (4 vCPU, 8GB RAM) handles Remote Desktop sessions for 5+ users without lag. Enable Hyper-V if you’re running multiple legacy apps, we virtualized a Windows XP environment for an archaic inventory system, and it hums alongside modern tools.
Security’s a win too. Configured BitLocker for drive encryption and used Windows Defender Application Control to block unauthorized software. MangoHost’s DDoS protection adds a layer we didn’t know we needed until a ransomware attempt failed spectacularly.
Cost tip: Avoid “burstable” CPU plans. SQL Server needs steady power. Their dedicated vCPU options prevent throttling during month-end reports. For backup, use Windows Server Backup to their integrated storage, restores take minutes, not hours.

Took your advice—opted for NVMe and dedicated vCPUs. Migrated our SQL database in a day. Remote Desktop is butter-smooth, even during peak payroll runs. The included license saved our budget, and BitLocker setup was a 10-minute task. Only hiccup: Initial RDP config needed a firewall tweak, but support walked us through it. Finally off Azure’s rollercoaster pricing!