OpenResty is a web application platform started by Yichun Zhang. It is one of the most widely used web servers. It is based on Nginx and comes with several Lua libraries. It is recognized for its multiple 3rd party Nginx module options as well.

It provides an optimal architecture that can process a huge number of requests with ease. It helps mainly with the building and development of web applications, servers and gateways. It works by way of machine coding. It offers different products such as OpenResty Plus, OpenResty Edge, OpenResty Xray and OpenResty OSS, which are designed to meet the different needs of its users.

Internet Information Services (IIS) is a Microsoft product available for use only on Windows. It is a web server that can meet the varied needs of the user. It is designed to be flexible and high functioning. IIS is commonly used by businesses for the purpose of interactive web-based applications.

IIS utilizes different standard languages and protocols. It helps users with the creation of different elements and uses a basic communication protocol for easy exchange of information. It is also recognized for its high-quality security by way of SSL. It uses File Transfer Protocol (FTP) and Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) as well.

Comparison OpenResty vs IIS