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Windows Servers
By Erik Rodriguez
This article provides an overview of the Microsoft Windows Server OS. It discusses the pro's, con's, and common uses of the technology. There are links to other Windows-related topics within this site.
What is Windows Server?
Windows Server is basically the standard Microsoft Windows operating system "tuned up" to provide network services. While any version of Windows can act as a server, Windows Server was designed to provide dedicated network services. Microsoft is famous for its file sharing system know as "Active Directory." It is Microsoft's version of Samba/NFS.
Why Use Windows Server?
Most organizations that use Windows Server trust Microsoft's track record. They undoubtedly created one of the most powerful operating systems in the computer world. Windows Server provides a way for inexperienced or non-technical users to run a complex computer network, but that doesn't mean that experienced and technical systems administrators are not using Windows Server because some of them are. Generally speaking, in the server market, professionals and organizations have moved to Linux or UNIX.
Is Windows Server Free?
No way! In fact, price is one of the main reasons why companies and organizations have switched to Linux. Although Windows Server is a convenient way to run a server or network, consumers end up paying for convenience. Windows Server requires that you purchase a license for each client connecting to the network. While there are other licensing options, this can get rather expensive as you require more users to connect to a Windows Server.
Pro's and Con's of Windows
| Pro's |
Con's |
| Easy to use, familiar interface (point and click) |
Expensive to license |
| All other Microsoft-based machines will connect Natively |
Frequent target for viruses and exploits |
| Support from many vendors |
3rd party software is generally expensive |
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Hardware requirements are on the high side |
More?
The links below provide some information on Windows Server, its features, and common uses.
Internet Information Server (IIS)
Terminal Services (Remote Desktop Protocol)
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