Windows Server 2008

By Roger Howorth, ZDNet UK on 03 March 2008 12:38 PM

Tags: microsoft, windows, server, 2008, longhorn, hyper-v, .net, nap

Manufacturer: Microsoft

Platform

  • Windows
  • Yes

Overview

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The good:
  • Important new features reduce the cost of running corporate networks, including Network Access Protection, Server Core, PowerShell and Read Only Domain Controllers
  • Many existing components, such as IIS, Terminal Services and the file-sharing protocol have also had a thorough overhaul
The bad:
  • Many new features are not compatible with older Windows desktop and server systems
  • Upgrades to existing servers will need careful planning
  • More care is needed when purchasing Terminal Service Client Access Licences
  • .NET framework and PowerShell are not available in Server Core configurations
  • Training is required to make good use of the Server Core option
The bottomline:

Windows Server 2008 presents some compelling reasons to upgrade.

RRP: TBA

Editors’ rating:

7.5/10

Related topics:

microsoft, windows, server, 2008, longhorn, Hyper-V , .net

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