Info WorldMicrosoft's slimmer and stronger server OS, bolstered by virtualization, networking, and security advances, is an upgrade that IT can't refuse, a 200-pound gorilla that eats commercial Linux.
Windows SuperSiteWindows Server 2008 is a solid and impressive upgrade that should meet the needs of virtually any business customer. I see no serious downsides to this product at all. Highly recommended.
Info WorldServer 2008: the host with the most.
Network WorldIn our testing of Windows Server 2008 gold code – the product officially launches on Wednesday – we found that Microsoft has made a number of improvements to its flagship server operating system.
eWEEKNetworking enhancements, a reduced attack surface and virtualization capabilities earn Windows Server 2008 eWEEK Labs' Analyst's Choice award.
ComputerworldWindows Server 2008, overall, is a robust and credible successor to Windows Server 2003. Manageability, security, performance, reliability and efficiency were all paramount concerns to the development team, and the result of their efforts is an operating system that feels cohesive, unified, and ready to perform. The OS builds upon a reasonably solid past, with an eye toward new technology, implemented securely, ready for your business.
ZDNetI think Microsoft has done a bang-up job with its hypervisor, and it may just turn this Linux freak into a Windows 2008 junkie for running his own personal virtualization needs.
ChannelWeb Network (CRN)With so much ROI potential and virtualization built in, Microsoft (NSDQ:MSFT)'s Windows Server 2008 -- just released to manufacturing and set to launch later this month -- promises to change the way the channel delivers solutions.
ChannelWeb Network (CRN)Windows Server 2008's Server Manager can open active role server consoles and provides a complete view into physical devices, storage, services and many other features in the OS. This is the place to get a quick status on all active roles and services.
ChannelWeb Network (CRN)Beyond Hyper-V, Windows Server 2008 is greener, thinner and far more sophisticated than its predecessor. What's more, Microsoft has added every conceivable service that an OS can support at this time. And they are all included with the cost of the server license.
Windows SuperSiteFor the past two years we have run performance benchmarks against Windows Server 2003, the Lone Server, and saw significant performance benefits with IIS7, File transfer using SMB2, and across multiple networking scenarios. I expect that customers will see significant improvements running Windows Server 2008 because we only install the binaries and services required for the specific role they deploy. This means a small server footprint, easier management, and less servicing. With server core, you can even install a GUI-free server.
Windows IT Pro ...PowerShell provides far more power and flexibility than traditional command shells.
Windows IT ProThe ability to run Windows with a significantly reduced footprint has the potential to give substantial improvements in security, capacity for virtualization, and performance.
Redmond MagazineClearly there's something for everyone in Windows Server 2008. Right now, you may be spending more time than ever on server maintenance, or you may be looking into virtualization as a server-consolidation strategy. In those cases and others, Windows Server 2008 may well be your easiest path to implementing that strategy. Don't stay on an earlier server version if it simply postpones the inevitable.
Windows IT ProHyper-V’s new microkernel, hypervisor-based solution delivers better performance, more features and functionality, and improved scalability over Virtual Server 2005 R2. These advances level the playing field with VMware’s market leader, ESX Server.
Windows IT ProBeing included with Windows Server 2008 makes Hyper-V’s price compelling, particularly to mid-sized and small organizations. Table A shows a feature comparison of ESX Server 3.0 and Server 2008 Hyper-V.
InformationWeekThe Bottom Line: Proper implementation of Windows Server 2008 should result in a more secure, capable infrastructure that actually reduces the size of the data center – and the resources required to run it.
Redmond MagazineEnhanced administration, security, IIS updates and virtualization promise to make moving to Microsoft's new server OS worthwhile.
Redmond MagazineMicrosoft yesterday continued its hand-in-hand development of Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista's first service pack, publishing release candidates (RC) for each product. The big updates in Windows 2008 RC1 revolve around enhancements to Group Policy, a management framework first introduced in Windows 2000 Server.
Redmond MagazineMicrosoft looks like it's going to have a hyper 2008. That's because of the introduction of Redmond's first enterprise-class virtualization product, christened "Hyper-V."
ComputerworldMicrosoft announced that Release Candidate 1 (RC1) of Windows Server 2008 has been released to the public. This near-final test build of the server release incorporates a couple of new features and what is sure to be deemed an "enhancement" to the community--new capabilities in Group Policy, and an update to Windows Genuine Advantage.
ComputerworldHyper-V is the natural next step in Microsoft's virtualization story. With properly equipped hardware, you stand ready to enjoy a number of benefits that weren't possible before.
Microsoft Press ReleaseMicrosoft Hyper-V Server gives customers a new server virtualization option that can provide simplified, reliable, and cost-effective virtualization solutions which can be easily plugged into existing infrastructure.
eWeekMicrosoft has done a lot of impressive work on Windows Server: faster networking, strikingly mature-looking server virtualization technology and administration interfaces for everything that beats the pants off the competition--both in GUI and command-line flavors. Also impressive was the focus that Microsoft has begun to train on the midsize company market.
Windows IT ProVirtualization was a hot topic again this week, with a number of significant virtualization-related news items hitting the wire. Microsoft announced pricing and a branding strategy for their virtualization offerings.
ZDNetMicrosoft is readying eight SKUs of Windows Server 2008, only some of which will include Hyper-V (the new name for Microsoft’s hypervisor that was code-named “Viridian”).
Network WorldWindows Server 2008 will be officially launched in February, but announcements continue to dribble out in bits and pieces. The latest round of news occurred today at TechEd IT in Barcelona. Pricing for the eight versions of Windows Server 2008 was announced, as was a new product called Hyper-V.
CNET News.comOne of today's most interesting tidbits came from Microsoft. Bob Kelly, corporate vice president for the company's server and tools business, announced Hyper-V: This is the official name of the server virtualization technology within Windows Server 2008 that was previously code-named "Viridian."
Windows IT ProWhile Windows 2008 RC0 isn't demonstrably different from a June pre-release drop, the code does include one little gem: The first public version of Microsoft's virtualization solution, codenamed Viridian.
The InquirerMicrosoft has put its latest server offering up for grabs as the first release candidate of Server 2008 hits the Web. Windows Server 2008 comes with server and presentation virtualization, IIS 7.0, Server Core, PowerShell, Network Access Protection, Server Manager, and improved networking and clustering.
eChannelnews.comMicrosoft has reached another milestone with the Release Candidate (RC0) of the Windows Server 2008 operating system, which is now available for download.
Microsoft Press ReleaseBuilt using an unprecedented level of customer feedback, the advancements in Windows Server 2008 are indicative of Microsoft’s commitment to give customers the tools and applications they want and need in today’s environment.
DatamationThere are lots of reasons why this should be a release you should look into and consider integrating into your datacenter over the course of the next year.
BetaNews…we've structured the server environment so it's straightforward to take advantage of the multiple cores and the multiple processors that exist in servers.
ForbesTechnology has undeniable sex appeal. Tech stocks still make headlines and quicken the pulses of many investors.
IT JungleWhat can reduce OS deployment times by 60 percent while providing a 70 percent performance boost? If you said "Windows Server 2008, coupled with SQL Server 2008, compared to earlier versions of those products," give yourself a gold star.
BetaNewsOne of the things that we try to do when we architected [Windows Server 2008] was make sure that it was a good citizen, that it lived well with [Windows Server] 2003 and 2000, because we know there's still a lot of that out there…
TechTargetWe did not need to upgrade any part of the system, which already met Microsoft's requirements for the new version, and it immediately provided us with better performance. Even our users told us that the overall site response seemed improved for them, around the country and the world.
The Channel InsiderMicrosoft says partner training has been underway for months, and that the channel has shown a particular enthusiasm for virtualization.
eFlux MediaWindows Server 2008 is Microsoft’s most advanced Windows server to date, providing a secure network infrastructure and enriching user experiences and applications.
Windows IT ProIn a recent conversation, Laing discussed Server 2008’s evolution, candidly commenting about the development of key features, lessons learned, what he thinks might be hard for some users, and what surprised him.
The Seattle TimesMicrosoft is celebrating the release of a new version of one of its most successful products outside of the desktop Windows and Office one-two punch.
InfoWorldMicrosoft is pushing the improved security of its Windows Server 2008 software package as one of the primary reasons why business customers should upgrade to the long-awaited product refresh as quickly as possible.
Daisuke WakabayashiWindows Server 2008 marks Microsoft's first major challenge against VMware Inc, the leader in virtualization, by building the technology into its core operating system.
John FontanaIf they think 2008 is dependable and reliable, we roll it out. And we have installed 100s of these servers in production environments.
