Microsoft reveals key technologies for Windows 2003 R2

Microsoft has said that Windows Server 2003 R2 is the latest version of the Windows Server 2003 series, which has been strengthened in three areas: branch server management, cross-organizational identity authentication, and network storage management. Many new features.

An important version of the next-generation Windows server "Longhorn"

According to the Windows Server product time-to-market plan, Windows Server 2003 R2 is an important revision before the next-generation server "Longhorn". In addition to inheriting the security and stability advantages of Windows Server 2003 SP1, it provides new technologies and improvements in the following application areas:

? Branch Server Management: R2 includes new data compression technology (Remote) Differential Compression), an updated Distributed File System (DFS), and a new centralized printer management interface that allows technicians to more efficiently manage branch office data and printer devices, reducing cross-wide area networks through fast data replication ( WAN) transmits the required bandwidth, which in turn reduces the operating costs of the overall branch office.

? Identity and Access Management: The new federated Identity Directory Service (ADFS) securely establishes federated trust relationships under the Web Services architecture, exchanging identities between different systems And certification, helping IT staff quickly develop cross-organizational identity management mechanisms, as well as Web Single Sign On (SSO) solutions.

? Network Storage Management: The new File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) enables system administrators to plan and optimize the capacity control of storage devices, provide filtered files and periodic reports. output. In addition, new management tools are provided for the storage area network (SAN) R2. At the same time, technologies such as Fibre Channel and iSCSI are supported, enabling enterprises to manage storage subsystems on the network at the lowest cost.

Support for 64-bit and better integration with UNIX systems

Windows Server 2003 R2 will also be available in x64, supporting increasingly 64-bit processors, and more with UNIX systems. Good interoperability, the ability to store, share, and search for information through SharePoint Services are all important features that R2 has improved.

Windows Server 2003 R2 is based on Windows Server 2003 SP1 and is easily integrated into current Windows Server 2003 environments. Upgrades do not affect existing IT infrastructure. The R2 Chinese version is expected to be available early next year. There is currently the first English test version (Release Candidate 0) available for download on the Microsoft website http://www.microsoft.com/WindowsServer2003/R2/default.mspx