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.
