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Windows Server 2008 R2 Overview

Windows Server 2008 R2 includes various server roles, such as file servers, domain controllers, application servers, web servers, and remote access servers, each serving specific functions. Role services enhance these roles with specific capabilities, while features are optional components that support server roles. Deployment of role-specific servers can be managed through Server Manager or PowerShell to improve security and performance.

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Windows Server 2008 R2 Overview

Windows Server 2008 R2 includes various server roles, such as file servers, domain controllers, application servers, web servers, and remote access servers, each serving specific functions. Role services enhance these roles with specific capabilities, while features are optional components that support server roles. Deployment of role-specific servers can be managed through Server Manager or PowerShell to improve security and performance.

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Windows Server 2008 R2

Overview
Server Roles, Role Services, and
Server Manager Features
What is a Server Role?
• A server role is a primary function of a server,
such as hosting websites, authenticating users,
or managing file storage.

• Each server can have one or multiple roles


depending on the requirements.
What are Role Services?
• Role services are the specific functions that
belong to a server role.

• For example, the File Services role has role


services like DFS Namespaces, DFS Replication,
and File Server Resource Manager.
What are Server Manager
Features?
• Features are optional Windows Server
components that support or augment the
functionality of server roles.

• Examples: .NET Framework, BitLocker, Failover


Clustering.
Deploying Role-Specific Servers
• Deploying role-specific servers involves
installing only necessary roles/services to
enhance security and performance.

• Use Server Manager or PowerShell for


deployment.
What is a File Server?
• A file server provides a centralized location to
store and manage files so users and programs
can access them over the network.
What is a Domain Controller?
• A domain controller is a server that responds
to authentication requests and verifies users
on a Windows domain.

• It hosts Active Directory Domain Services (AD


DS).
What is an Application Server?
• An application server provides an
environment for running specific applications
such as .NET apps or enterprise software.

• It supports components like COM+, Web


Services, and Message Queuing.
What is a Web Server?
• A web server handles HTTP requests and
delivers web content using Internet
Information Services (IIS).
What is a Remote Access Server?
• A remote access server allows remote users to
connect to a network using technologies like
VPN and DirectAccess.

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