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Microsoft Server 2003 Standard 5 User

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Compare the features of the Windows Server 2003 family using this set of tables, which is organized by function.

Windows Server 2003 Standard Features

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1 Applies to 64-bit versions only.
2 Not supported in 64-bit versions of Windows Server 2003.
3 May be limited by lack of support by OEM hardware.
4 Both the 32-bit version of Datacenter Edition and the 64-bit version of Enterprise Edition support up to 64 GB RAM.
5 The 64-bit version of Datacenter Edition supports up to 512 GB RAM.

Key Dependability Features

Here are some of the key features responsible for the increased dependability of Windows Server 2003:

-XML Web services. IIS 6.0 security settings are enforced during setup by default to ensure that only required services are running. This change from earlier versions significantly reduces initial security risks. Using the IIS Security Lockdown wizard, server functionality is enabled or disabled based on the administrator’s requirements.

-Directory services. Active Directory security settings for users and network resources span from the core to the edge of the network, helping you make a secure end-to-end network a reality.

-Update management. The Auto Update feature provides the ability to systematically download critical operating system updates, such as security fixes and security patches. Administrators select when to install these critical operating system updates.

-Internet firewall. Connecting to the Internet is more secure with the built-in Internet Connection Firewall. The integration of an Internet Firewall in the operating system also reduces capital costs necessary to connect to the Internet.

-Remote access. Dial-up users can be quarantined via administrator policy. They can be prevented from accessing the network until their system is verified to have administrator-specified software, such as virus detection updates.

-Server hardware support. Driver verifiers check new device drivers to help keep the server up and running.

-Application verification. Applications running on Windows Server 2003 can be tested and verified using the Application Verifier tool, which detects subtle discrepancies, such as software heap corruptions and compatibility issues.

-File services. Windows Server 2003 performance has increased considerably since Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 and Windows 2000 Server.

-Assisted support. Microsoft incident submission and management allows users to submit electronic support incidents to Microsoft, collaborate with support engineers, and manage submitted incidents from Windows Server 2003.

-Server event tracking. Administrators can create accurate reports of uptime using the new server shutdown tracker, which records Windows events for server shutdowns in a log file.

Key Features for Connecting

Here are some of the key features for connecting people, partners, systems, and customers:

-IIS 6.0. IIS 6.0 is a Web service in Windows Server 2003 that makes it easier to share information among partners, customers, and employees over an intranet, the Internet, or via an extranet. IIS 6.0 provides an updated architecture that meets the most demanding needs in the areas of dependability, versatility, and manageability.

-Web application server role. Windows Server 2003 is also a full Web application server. It integrates the .NET Framework with core server resources to help users develop, deploy, and manage applications and XML Web services. The .NET Framework provides a fully managed, protected, and feature-rich application execution environment, simplified development and deployment, and seamless integration with a wide variety of programming languages. Windows Server 2003 is built on industry standards that allow customers to extend existing applications and quickly develop new ones. Developers can build directly on the application server, using XML Web services and managed code, and then run these applications on any Web application platform. This level of easy application development encourages internal and external business process innovation and increases business opportunities.

-Microsoft Windows Media Services. Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition, includes Windows Media Services for distributing streaming audio and video over corporate intranets and the Internet.

-Wireless LAN support. This feature provides security and performance improvements for wireless local area networks (LANs), such as automatic key management, user authentication, and authorization prior to LAN access. Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition, makes it much easier to use and deploy wireless services.