IIS Express 10.15000.100

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Boost Your Web Development with IIS Express by Microsoft Corporation

David Fischer

04/06/2023

IIS Express is a lightweight, self-contained version of IIS optimized for developers to easily create and test web applications on Windows.

IIS Express is a web server software created by Microsoft Corporation. It is a lightweight version of the Internet Information Services (IIS) that can be used for developing and testing web applications locally. IIS Express is included with Microsoft WebMatrix, Visual Studio, and SQL Server, and it can also be downloaded separately.

With IIS Express, developers can run and test their web applications without requiring a full installation of IIS or administrative privileges. It provides support for most of the IIS features, such as ASP.NET, URL rewriting, SSL encryption, and authentication. IIS Express also allows developers to debug their web applications using Visual Studio.

IIS Express can be used for different types of web applications, including static websites, dynamic websites, and web services. It supports multiple web applications running simultaneously on different ports. IIS Express can also be configured to use a custom application pool and settings.

Advantages of IIS Express

Lightweight and easy to use
No administrative privileges required
Supports most of the IIS features
Allows debugging with Visual Studio
Can be used for different types of web applications
Supports multiple web applications running simultaneously on different ports
Customizable settings

Overview

IIS Express is a Commercial software in the category Web Development developed by © Microsoft Corporation.

The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked IIS Express for updates 3,456 times during the last month.

The latest version of IIS Express is 10.15000.100, released on 12/10/2023. It was initially added to our database on 01/15/2011.

IIS Express runs on the following operating systems: Windows. The download file has a size of 9.1MB.

Users of IIS Express gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

Easy to install and configure
Provides a lightweight, self-contained web server for development purposes
Supports multiple versions of .NET framework
Can run and debug web applications locally without the need for a full IIS installation

Cons

Limited in terms of advanced features compared to full IIS
May struggle with high traffic or performance-intensive applications
Primarily designed for development and testing purposes, not recommended for production environments

FAQ

What is IIS Express?

IIS Express is a lightweight, self-contained version of Internet Information Services (IIS) that can be used for developing and testing web applications on Windows operating systems.

What are the system requirements for IIS Express?

IIS Express can be installed on Windows operating systems starting with Windows XP SP3 and requires .NET Framework 4.0 or later.

How do I install IIS Express?

IIS Express can be downloaded and installed using the Web Platform Installer or as a standalone installation package.

Can I use IIS Express with Visual Studio?

Yes, IIS Express is the default web server that comes with Visual Studio for developing and testing web applications.

What port does IIS Express use?

By default, IIS Express listens on port 8080, but this can be configured in the application's configuration file.

Can I configure SSL/TLS for IIS Express?

Yes, IIS Express supports SSL/TLS and can be configured to use self-signed certificates or certificates from a trusted certificate authority.

How do I debug my web application using IIS Express?

Debugging can be enabled by adding the following line in the application's configuration file: <system.webServer><aspNetCore><aspNetCoreHostingModel>inprocess</aspNetCoreHostingModel></aspNetCore></system.webServer>. After this, the application can be debugged using Visual Studio or other debugging tools.

What are some alternatives to IIS Express for developing and testing web applications?

Some alternatives include:

Is IIS Express suitable for hosting production web applications?

No, IIS Express is not suitable for hosting production web applications and should only be used for development and testing purposes.

David Fischer

I am a technology writer for UpdateStar, covering software, security, and privacy as well as research and innovation in information security. I worked as an editor for German computer magazines for more than a decade before joining the UpdateStar team. With over a decade of editorial experience in the tech industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my current role at UpdateStar. At UpdateStar, I focus on the critical areas of software, security, and privacy, ensuring our readers stay informed about the latest developments and best practices.

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