Event Review: Windows Server 2008 Technical Overview Part 1 (Session ITPROADD-300)

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Session Outline

In this session, we will look at the new Windows Server operating system, code named 'Longhorn'. Right now this product is in the beta phase, with many of the final features and components present and functional. We'll look at some of the new core operating system features, and see how they enhance productivity and enhance performance. In the next session, we will look at the new security and networking features of Windows Server "Longhorn."

Session Agenda

• What is Windows Server 2008?
  
• Improvements in productivity and performance
  

Session Media

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	Demo: Introducing Server Manager In this demonstration, we will look at the features of Server Manager.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Reviewing New IIS Features In this demonstration, we will look at some new features of IIS 7.0.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Reviewing New Clustering Features In this demonstration, we will review new clustering features by validating the server configuration and creating a new failover cluster.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Using Backup and Restore In this demonstration, we will review backup and restore operations.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Reviewing Performance and Reliability Monitoring In this demonstration, we will review new performance and reliability monitoring tools.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Introducing Windows PowerShell In this demonstration, we will look at the new PowerShell tool.   Play online | Download

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Related Links

Use the following resources to learn more about topics covered in this briefing.

• Evaluate the Windows Server 2008 Release Candidate today
  
• Windows Server 2008 Tech Center
  
• TechNet Virtual Labs: Windows Server 2008
  
• Windows Server 2008 Webcasts
  

Microsoft Press Books

• Introducing Windows Server 2008
  

  Summary: Get a jump on evaluating Window Server 2008—with technical insights from Windows Server team. This practical introduction delivers real-world implementation scenarios and pragmatic advice for administering Windows Server in the enterprise.