Windows Server 2008 Delivers Web-based Experiences

by Nick Pegley


For increased control of your servers, efficient management, and configured Web tasks, there's Windows PowerShell, Windows Server Manager and IIS7. eNetwork Access Protection and Read-Only Domain Controller protect and fortify the server environment, putting your business on a strong foundation.

Internet Info Services 7 simplifies management of Web services. As a modular platform with an interface based on tasks, better control, improved security, and Web service health management, the user connects to their information and to others using Info Server (IIS) 7.0 and .NET 3.0. Visualization, sharing and acting upon the information with this inclusive apps platform.

It's possible to virtualize multiple operating systems to one server to max out the value, and virtual capabilities are bundled with the operating system for more flexible licensing. Sever 2008 facilitates dynamic data centers to meet business needs. Optimized for remote access and integrated apps, Terminal Services' Gateway and RemoteApp apply secure app deployment and do not require a VPN (Virtual Private Network).

Sever 2008 does a great job creating a hard operating system with great security features including network access protection, rights management, and read-only domain control. Levels of security which were previously not possible are now available for your business network data, including defense against data failure and network intrusion.

Machines that disobey the company's security policies are isolated by Network Access Protection, which completes ongoing maintenance including checks of compliance and remediation. Sensitive information is persistently protected by Federated Rights Management Services to lower the risk and make compliance possible in a total info protection system. Read-Only Domain Controller deploys Active Directory Domain Services while disallowing copying of the entire data base for better defense against data compromise.

Windows Server 2008, the most robust and flexible OS available, comes with Server Core, Windows Deployment Services, PowerShell, and better clustering technology, providing the best reliability and flexibility for your needs. Faster setup and configuration is possible, as well as easy ongoing management with a unified management console.

PowerShell, a command-line shell with over one hundred tools, uses a script language that lets sysadmins make routine tasks fully automated across servers. The new installation option Server Core has only the required components to provide good server availability with less service updates - without using a graphical user interface.

About the Author

Nick Pegley is a marketing expert with All Covered: Technology Services Partner for Small Business, providing information technology consulting and IT services in 20 major U.S. metro areas. Outsource your procurement, installation and technical headaches.