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Microsoft Server 2008 - Standard Edition

Description

Windows Server 2008 expands the Windows Sever 2003 framework to create what has become windows most successful and well-known server. It is built for dependability with XML web services, internet firewalls, remote access, and application verification. See enhanced productivity from the configure server wizard, remote assistance, and terminal server. In a connected world, the wireless LAN support, media services, and IIS 6.0 all come in handy. Improve your economy solutions with certified solutions, training options, and an extensive ISV ecosystem.

Key Features

Key Features

  • More Reliability- easy-to-use network tools and network security
  • Extensive ISV ecosystem
  • Wireless LAN support
  • Web application server role- manage applications
  • IIS 6.0
  • Certified Solutions
  • Configure Service Wizard
  • Application Verification
  • Use up to 4 GB of Ram

System Requirements

System Requirements

 

 

Component

Requirement

Computer and processor

PC with a 133-MHz processor required; 550-MHz or faster processor recommended; support for up to four processors on one server

Memory

128 MB of RAM required; 256 MB or more recommended; 4 GB maximum

Hard disk

1.2 GB for network install; 2.9 GB for CD install

Drive

CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive

Display

VGA or hardware that supports console redirection required; Super VGA supporting 800 x 600 or higher-resolution monitor recommended

 

*Actual requirements and product functionality may vary based on your system configuration and operating system.

 

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