Windows Server 2008 enterprise users need to master early

Recently, Windows Server 2008 was officially released. It is said to be the most advanced Windows Server operating system to date. This is getting a positive response at the dealer level. A survey from the distributor CDW shows that 68% of enterprises and organizations will upgrade to the new Windows Server 2008 system, and 18% of enterprises and organizations have entered the planning. stage.

Obviously, this gave Windows Server 2008 a smooth launch and a rapid boost. Of course, the support of dealers and the companies surveyed is not "following the flow", but to see the many advantages and excitement of Windows Server 2008.

First, the overall performance is upgraded. Compared to previous versions, Windows Server 2008 shares many of the core code of Windows Vista, which is based on the Secure Development Model (SDM). SDM is an important improvement in programming in Microsoft. It applies the concept of security directly to the server operating system.

It is understood that the most important change in Windows Server 2008 is Server Core and new IIS. Among them, Server Core is suitable for enterprises or organizations that only need to perform specific tasks on multiple servers without high stability, and is also suitable for environments with high security requirements. In addition, Server Core servers can build cluster systems; enable network load balancing; be able to host Unix applications; be able to leverage Bitlocker encryption drivers; be able to leverage PowerShell remote management and control through Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

Second, the network is optimized again. On the one hand, the TCP/IP protocol stack has been improved. Windows Server 2008 automatically adjusts the size of the window for each connection, which undoubtedly increases the efficiency of large data transfers between machines. On the other hand, terminal services have been improved. The Terminal Services Remote Application program allows users to not know which machine they are using on which machine they are running, unless there is a significant delay due to network latency or server overload. The Terminal Services Gateway allows users to access Terminal Services applications through any Web portal through an encrypted https channel. Moreover, the gateway can send connections through the firewall and complete NAT translation. Terminal Services Web Access enables server administrators to publicly publish available Terminal Services remote programs on web pages. Users can browse the web application they want to run and click into it to embed it into their own application.

Third, security and prevention will go up the stairs. System File Protection ensures the integrity of the server startup process. Windows Server 2008 creates a captcha and a special hardware abstraction layer based on the kernel files in use during startup, as well as all drivers during startup. If these files are found to be altered during subsequent reboots, the operating system will know and block the restart process, allowing the user to make the necessary fixes.

In Windows Server 2008, administrators can control the installation of all devices, including USB drivers, mobile hard drives, and drivers for other new devices. Users can simply deploy one machine and make all new devices unusable. Of course, it is also possible to process which devices can be installed based on the device type or device ID. For example, only keyboards and mice can be installed, or only devices with a specified ID can be installed, such as allowing only a certain brand of product to be installed. And these can be configured through the Group Policy.

In addition, Windows Server 2008 has improved management performance. Windows Deployment Services works on the operating system through Pre-Boot Execution Environment (PXE) and Simple File Transfer Protocol (TFTP), and includes Windows PE (a graphical front-end interface) to control the installation process instead of the original blue screen. Way to install. The state of the process under Windows Server 2008 has also become simple. The Task Manager and Performance Monitor functions are combined into a single called the Performance Diagnostic Console PDC, which makes it easier to view statistics on the tasks that are running on the machine.

It is worth noting that Windows Server 2008 incorporates virtualization technology. Allows users to dynamically add physical and virtual resources by integrating with the operating system.

Some analysts pointed out that the new Windows Server 2008 operating system has many new enterprise-level features, such as the importance of remote management, and new improvements in security. These features will change the way administrators work. Therefore, the management response staff should thoroughly understand and master Windows Server 2008 as soon as possible, and begin to prepare for the relevant work.

Obviously, any advantage adds to the cost of learning for the original manager. If you treat Windows Server 2008 with a negative attitude, it is likely to become a burden for many people. However, with these new features, the efficiency of daily work can be improved.