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Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Longhorn rebadged and ready for action
http://apcmag.com/6116/longhorn_reba...ady_for_action
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* 17th May 2007
* Ian Grayson
* Windows, WinHEC
It’s official. Microsoft’s Longhorn server operating system has a new name … Microsoft Windows Server 2008.
While it lacks a catchy title, the new OS represents a critical release for the software giant as it strives to maintain its share of the massive corporate server market.
Slated to ship by the end of the year, the OS contains a number of new security and management technologies and features that Microsoft hopes will keep customers happy and drive rapid adoption of the platform.
The company has taken a locked-down approach to the design of Windows Server 2008 with all user and application access closed by default.
“You don’t lock a server down any more, you actually unlock them,” says Windows Server senior product manager Ward Ralston. “We call it a ‘shields up’ approach.”
Administrators can dictate not only which applications can use which ports but also which users and which computers. Such access can be mandated through group policy.
According to Ralston, Windows Server 2008 has a range of security features that will make it attractive to any organisations looking to upgrade their infrastructure.
One of the most notable is a new security framework called Network Access Protection (NAP). Built on a range of industry standards such as IPsec, NAP allows an administrator to restrict the network access rights of PCs deemed by the OS to be “unhealthy”.
If, for example, a mobile user disables their firewall or doesn’t update their antivirus protection, NAP will restrict access until remediation steps are taken.
Windows Server 2008 also incorporates Internet Information Services (IIS) version 7.0. Acknowledging past versions left a lot to be desired, Ralston says this version has been designed to be modular. This approach means administrators can install and enable only the components they need for their particular hosting requirements, thereby reducing the chance of external attacks.
“Security is really at the core of this release,” he says. “We have taken on board a lot of feedback from our customers.”
Beta 3 of Windows Server 2008 is now available and Microsoft plans to release the OS to manufacture by the end of the year.
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Wiki - Windows Server 2008
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows...%22Longhorn%22
Microsoft - Windows Server 2008 Official HomePage
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2008/default.mspx
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Spend less time on day-to-day tasks, and more time adding value to your business with this next-generation server operating system.
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 helps you to increase the flexibility of your server infrastructure while saving time and reducing costs. Powerful new management tools and security enhancements allow you to have more control over your servers while providing advanced protection so you can spend less time on everyday tasks and more time bringing greater value to your organization.
Product Highlights
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Increase Control and Manageability
Windows Server 2008 allows you to get more control over your server and network infrastructure, allowing you to focus on your most critical business needs.
Server Manager accelerates server setup and configuration, and simplifies ongoing management of server roles via a unified management console.
Windows PowerShell is a new command-line shell with more than 130 tools and an integrated scripting language that enables an administrator to automate routine system administration tasks, especially across multiple servers.
Server Core is a new installation option for selected roles that includes only the necessary components and subsystems without a graphical user interface, to provide a highly available server that requires fewer updates and less servicing.
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Flexibility for Changing Business Needs
Windows Server 2008 provides you with the flexibility to create an agile and dynamic datacenter to meet your changing business needs.
Terminal Services Gateway and Terminal Services RemoteApp are designed for easy remote access and application integration with the local desktop, enabling secure and seamless application deployment without the need for a VPN.
Internet Information Server (IIS) 7 and .NET Framework 3.0 provide a comprehensive platform for building applications that connect users to each other and to their data, enabling them to visualize, share, and act on information.
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A Solid Foundation on Which to Build Your Business
Windows Server 2008 hardens the operating system and helps protect your environment to provide a solid foundation on which you can run and build your business.
Windows Server 2008 helps protect against failure and intrusion for servers, networks, data, and user accounts.
Network Access Protection gives you the power to isolate computers that don’t comply with your organization's security policies, and provides network restriction, remediation, and ongoing compliance checking.
Active Directory Rights Management Services provides persistent protection for sensitive data; helps reduce risks and enables compliance; and provides a platform for comprehensive information protection.
Read-Only Domain Controller allows you to deploy Active Directory Domain Services while restricting replication of the full Active Directory database, to better protect against server theft or compromise.
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