Windows Server 2008 is the most advanced Server Operating System produced by Microsoft. It comes with a robust variety of new features which include:

• Server Core. A completely scaled-back command-line only version of the OS
• Expanded Active Directory Roles
• Failover Clustering
• Windows Power shell
• Self-Healing NTFS
• Hyper-V
• Windows System Resource Manager
• Server Manager. A new roles-based management tool
• Core OS Improvements
• Active Directory Improvements
• Policy-based Improvements
• Improved storage and disk management
• Better security with Protocol and Cryptography improvements
• Better Windows Vista compatibility
• Windows Deployment Services
• IIS 7
• Windows Internal Database
• A more user friendly desktop interface, including Windows Aero

This is a very overwhelming list. So, how can it help you?

Cutting Costs

The first thing these features provide is a more cost-effective server. The server core function allows server roles to be fulfilled in systems with lower resource requirements. You know longer have to install a robust server OS that uses a mountain of resources to meet an included particular need. Self-Healing NTFS will cut back on your downtime and troubleshooting costs. Better security and usability will further reduce these costs.

Better Performance

If you’re upgrading from an older server you will notice that your new server meets your enterprise’s needs much more efficiently. Windows Server 2008 provides better compatibility with newer operating system and includes a massive upgrade package. Your active directory will serve your clients much better. Its storage is more efficient and deployment is now much more convenient.