Windows Web Server 2008 is a server operating system designed to be used in Internet-facing web-serving environments. It integrates Internet Information Services 7.5, ASP.NET, and .NET Framework to enable organizations to deploy web pages, applications, and services. It is not designed to handle other roles, such as print server or domain controller.

The R2 version improves power management and adds administration and diagnostic tools.

Important: The R2 version requires a 64-bit system. Organizations that want to run Windows Server 2008 on a 32-bit system can receive a donation of this product and then obtain the older SP2 version from Microsoft, either by downloading or by purchasing the DVD-ROM.

Acquiring the Installation Media: To activate this product, you might need a volume licence key or setup code.

Features:

• Under the Software Assurance programme, customers acquire the right to install any new release of products covered in the agreement during the term of their coverage.
• The integrated Server Manager console provides the means to add, remove, and configure server roles, role services, and features.
• IIS 7.5 provides an open platform for hosting ASP.NET and PHP applications from a single server, using a common set of administrative tools for management.
• Security features include Windows Service hardening, Public Key Infrastructure enhancements, a new bidirectional Windows Firewall, and next-generation cryptography support.
• Supports up to four multicore processors and up to 32 GB RAM.

Requirements:

Hardware:
• 1.4-GHz (or higher) x64 processor; four processors maximum
• 512 MB or more RAM; 32 GB maximum
• 32 GB available hard-disk space (computers with more than 16 GB RAM require more disk space for paging, hibernation, and dump files)
• DVD drive

Actual requirements depend on system configuration and the applications and features that are installed. Additional hard-disk space might be required for installation over a network. For more information, see Windows Server 2008 System Requirements.

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