10 surprises about Windows Server 2008

Windows Server 2003 is like a Windows Server 2000 backfire version. There are basically no major changes, and most of the improvements are invisible.

Windows Server 2008 is completely different, it is a new and completely improved version. Not only does the overall look quite good, but there are also some unexpected "surprise", and some details, if you decide to install it, you should definitely understand.

#1: The 64-bit revolution has not yet been completed, and Microsoft still needs to work hard.

The 64-bit version of Windows Server has been around for many years, and Microsoft has clearly wanted all customers to migrate to 64-bit. platform. But this is not to say that you should immediately throw away the 32-bit system CD. In the past few months, I have been shocked to find that many Microsoft software not only does not have a 64-bit version, but also does not work on 64-bit systems. This includes Team Foundation Server and ISA Server. If you plan to migrate to 64-bit, you'd better have one or two 32-bit servers ready, either real or virtual.

#2: Who moved my cheese?

Although the user interface changes in Windows Server 2008 are not as reborn as Vista's Aero, many of the components in the system have been reorganized or renamed. Don't be dumbfounded when you face the newly designed control panel.

#3: Windows Workstation 2008 is coming soon

Microsoft has provided the possibility to bring the "Vista Desktop Experience" to Windows Server 2008. I don't think there will be a few server administrators who like this, but some people just like to change Windows Server 2008 to a home version. This project is called "Windows Workstation 2008."

#4: Hyper-V is fine, but...

Hyper-V is one of the most anticipated features of Windows Server 2008, so unexpected, especially Microsoft The first version of any software is just as good. Very stable, very easy to use, no big problems found. For those who are plagued by "wait until the third version reloads" and "do not install before SP1", it is absolutely a surprise.

#5: ......Hyper-V limited capacity

Hyper-V Although the quality is very high, the function is still lacking. Recall that it was originally developed to replace VMWare and other software, but it is disappointing that it does not provide any import tools.

#6: NT 4 Domain Migration - Don't Think Anymore

The 3.0 version of the Active Directory Migration Tool (ADMT) supports migration from NT 4, but does not support Windows Server 2008. The latest version 3.1 supports migration to Windows Server 2008, but does not support NT 4. So either migrate early or upgrade your NT 4 domain.

#7: The software for ashing is no longer installed by default

In older versions of Windows Server, many software are installed by default. Basically no one is going to uninstall it, because there is no harm anyway. Now all of these programs will no longer be installed by default. At the end of the installation you will need to add "features" to get these programs.

#8: Authorization is very confusing

Windows Server 2008 continues Microsoft's glorious tradition, and the license agreement is absolutely incredible. Depending on the number of physical CPUs in your server, the Enterprise Edition may be cheaper or more expensive than the Data Center Edition.

#9: Not too bloated

I don't know because Vista has improved people's anti-pain ability or hardware has become as cheap as cabbage. Windows Server 2008 is not bloated at all. Microsoft has made a good effort to minimize pre-installed features.

#10: Quality is beyond imagination

Microsoft customers have become accustomed to low-quality products, although it seems to be gradually improving in terms of security vulnerabilities and software errors, Vista is still buzzing after its release. . And Windows Server 2008 is surprisingly not too many negative voices. Maybe it's because Microsoft spent more time on this product, or people's expectations for server products are different, but so far Windows Server 2008 is welcoming a good voice. Overall, it doesn't have much of a bright spot, but reliable, high-quality products are always needed by system administrators.