What is Windows Server 2008 R2 used for?

Inhaltsverzeichnis:

1. What is Windows Server 2008 R2 used for?
2. Why do we need Windows Server 2008?
3. Why would anyone use Windows Server?
4. What is meant by file server?

What is Windows Server 2008 R2 used for?

Application services—Windows Server 2008 R2 provides the basis for the installation of business applications such as Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Office SharePoint Services, SQL Server, and so on.

Why do we need Windows Server 2008?

Windows Server 2008 also functions as may types of server. It may be used for a file server, to store company files and data. It may also be used as a Web server which would host websites for one or many individuals (or companies).

Why would anyone use Windows Server?

A Windows server generally offers more range and more support than Linux servers. ... Both Linux and Windows offer VPS hosting servers. A VPS runs its own duplicate of an operating system, which makes it easier for the customer to install any software that runs on the corresponding server.

What is meant by file server?

A high-speed computer in a network that stores the programs and data files shared by users. It acts like a remote disk drive. The difference between a file server and an application server is that the file server stores the programs and data, while the application server runs the programs and processes the data.