Chapter 1 Windows Networking Evolution Windows for Workgroups peer-to-peer networking built into the OS Windows NT separate server

rver and client versions, emphasis on client/server model, improved security, NTFS Windows 2000 improved interface, reliability and manageability, Active Directory Windows 2003 server only, face-lift -improved interface and management features Windows 2008 improved security, management features, reliability Window 2012 improved virtualization, security, new file system (ReFS) Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition Most basic server version Everyday needs of small to large businesses Used on x86 and x64 computers X86 computer has 32-bit processor Intel, AMD and VIA manufacture x86 compatible processors X64 computer uses 64-bit processor for faster, industrial-strength processing. In standard edition, x86 server can use up to 4GB of RAM,x64 up to 32 GB 32 bit and 64-bit refer to the number of bits the processor can receive and transmit at one time in parallel Compatible with MS .NET Framework and Visual Studio .NET Symmetric Multiprocessor computers (SMP) uses more thn one processor Hyper-V Virtualization environment (only on x64 computers Supports: File and print sharing Essential network services Secure network connectivity Application and other sharing Windows 2008 Platforms: Windows 2008 Server Standard Edition - 32 or 64-bit versions, up to 4GB/32GB RAM Windows 2008 Server Enterprise Edition - up to 64GB of RAM (32-bit version) or 2TB RAM (64-bit version), Hot Add Memory, fault tolerant memory sync, clustering, unlimited remote users Clustering: ability to increase the access to server resources and provide fail-safe services by linking two or more discrete computer systems so they appear to function as if they were oneAdvantages: increase in computer speed to complete server tasks faster; Provides more computing power for handling resource-hungry applications

 Hot add memory: ability to add RAM without shutting down the computer or operating system Windows 2008 Server Datacenter Edition - up to 64 GB of RAM (32-bit) OR up to 2TB RAM (64-bit), up to 64 SMP, hot-add memory, hot-add processor, hot-replace processor, Hyper-V Hyper V: Enables Windows Server 2008 to offer a virtualization environment Advantages of Hyper-V compared with Microsofts earlier Virtual Server 2005 R2 Can run 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems at the same time Can run on SMP computers Can access larger memory segments Windows 2008 Server Web Edition - optimized for IIS, up to 4GB (32-bit) or up to 32 GB (64-bit), cant host AD, no Hyper-V Windows 2008 Server for Itanium-based Systems - up to 512 SMP, up to 2TB of RAM, hot-add memory, hot-add and hotreplace processor, clustering (no longer an option in Server 2012) Also available: Standard, Enterprise and Datacenter editions without Hyper-V Windows Server 2008 Features Server Manager Security Clustering Enhanced Web services Windows Server Core Windows PowerShell Virtualization Reliability Multitasking and multithreading More secure thanks to feature NAP Server Manager Manage configuration from one tool View computer configuration information Change properties of a system View network connections Configure Remote Desktop Configure security Configure server roles Add and remove features Run diagnostics Manage storage and backup

Domain->grouping of network objects, such as computers, servers, user accounts for easier management Network Access Protection (NAP) Umbrella of security protection features that monitor and manage a server and its clients Capabilities: Identifies clients and other computers on a network that do not comply with the security policies Limits access by noncompliant computers, such as by not allowing access to resources,not permitting logon Automatically updates or configures noncompliant computer to match security policies required for access Security implemented by default Security Configuration Wizard (SCW) Simplifies security configuration Other basic security features: file and folder permissions, security policies, encryption of data, event auditing, various authentication methods, server management and monitoring tools Clustering and Clustering Tools Testing cluster to ensure is set up right Migrate configuration settings from one cluster to another Quick configuration and troubleshooting cluster problems Storage configuration in cluster Performance and reliability Security Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) Windows Server 2008 comes with Microsoft IIS to transform the server into a versatile Web server Enhanced security Easier application of patches Easier for programmers to write and configure Web applications Better management tools: IIS Manager Windows Server Core Is a minimum server configuration, designed to function to in a fashion similar to UNIX and Linux servers Advantages: -no huge overhead from having a graphical interface, which means CPU can be devoted to accomplishing the essential work of the computer -less disk space and memory needed -smaller attack surface (vulnerable openings exposed to network attackers and malicious software) It doesnt have:

-GUI, just command line -no Server Manager -mouse pointer on a screen Windows Mail, Microsoft Word Windows PowerShell Command-line interface that offers a shell .Shell is a customized environment for executing commands and scripts. Script is a file of commands to be executed by the OS. Perform common administration tasks Use cmdlets 130 command line-tools Scripting language

Virtualization Hyper-V provides the ability to run two or more operating systems on a single computer Cost saving +less energy. Less computers Backup, provides disaster recovery Capabilities: Compatible with clustering Able to handle up to a four-processor SMP computer Can be used with Windows and Linux operating systems Enables fast migration from one computer to another Can house 64-bit and 32-bit operating