Server Operating Systems Overview

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What is the maximum number of users that can be licensed for the Foundation Edition of Windows Server?

25 users

20 users

10 users

15 users (correct)

Which of the following statements about virtualization is true?

It is a limited technology only for storage.

It requires multiple physical servers to run.

It allows multiple operating systems to run on the same physical server. (correct)

It eliminates the need for any hardware.

What type of cloud is associated with services provided by an internal IT department?

Government cloud

Private cloud (correct)

Public cloud

Hybrid cloud

Which technology is specifically mentioned as not supported by the Foundation Edition?

Hyper-V Signup and view all the answers

What best describes a virtual machine (VM)?

A virtual environment that emulates a physical computer's hardware. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a public cloud service?

Google Apps Signup and view all the answers

What primarily determines the functions a server performs?

Type of organization using the server Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of a server operating system?

Optimized for network access performance Signup and view all the answers

Which server function is NOT explicitly listed as a service provided by Windows Server 2012/R2?

Virtual private networking Signup and view all the answers

Which capability does Windows 10 have compared to Windows Server 2012/R2?

Limited FTP Server functionality Signup and view all the answers

How is a computer classified as a server?

Upon installation of server-specific software Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically a service provided by server operating systems?

Local User Account Management Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes server operating systems from desktop operating systems?

Emphasis on running background processes Signup and view all the answers

Which service is associated with Windows Server but limited in functionality on Windows 10?

Hyper-V Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of a server in a business?

To support client computers through provided network services Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of Windows 10 regarding network users?

Limited to 20 logged-on users Signup and view all the answers

Which edition of Windows Server 2012/R2 is designed for small businesses with a maximum of 25 users?

Essential Edition Signup and view all the answers

What is one feature that both Datacenter and Standard Editions support?

Up to 64 physical processors Signup and view all the answers

How many virtual instances can be installed under the Standard Edition?

Two virtual instances Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum amount of RAM supported by Datacenter and Standard Editions?

4 TB of RAM Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following Windows Server 2012/R2 editions allows for an unlimited number of virtual instances?

Datacenter Edition Signup and view all the answers

What automatically configured service is included with the Essential Edition?

Remote Desktop Services Signup and view all the answers

Which option describes a requirement for Datacenter and Standard Editions regarding licensing?

Requires a client access license for each user Signup and view all the answers

What is the default installation mode for Datacenter and Standard Editions that excludes the graphical user interface?

Server Core Signup and view all the answers

What fault-tolerance feature is supported by Windows Server 2012/R2?

Load Balancing Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Role of a Server Operating System

Server functions are influenced by business type, size, and technology commitment.
A server provides essential services to support organizational operations.

Server: Hardware or Software?

A computer becomes a server when it runs software offering network services to clients.
Desktop operating systems (e.g., Windows 10/11) can perform basic server functions but are not specifically optimized for such tasks.
Server operating systems focus on network performance and background processes rather than desktop apps.

Differences Between Server and Desktop Operating Systems

Windows Server 2012/R2 provides extensive network services:
- File and Printer Sharing
- Web Server
- Routing and Remote Access Services (RRAS)
- Domain Name System (DNS)
- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
- File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Server
- Active Directory
- Distributed File System (DFS)
- Hyper-V
Windows 10 has limited server functionality and can support only up to 20 logged-on network users.
Windows Server 2012/R2 includes fault-tolerance features such as RAID 5 volumes and load balancing.

Windows Server 2012/R2 Editions

Editions streamlined from Windows Server 2008 to include:
- Datacenter
- Standard
- Essential
- Foundation
Businesses select editions based on size and service needs.

Datacenter and Standard Editions

Datacenter Edition allows unlimited virtual instances of the OS; requires a license for every two physical processors.
Standard Edition has all features of Datacenter but permits only two virtual instances.
Both editions support up to:
- 4 TB RAM
- 64 physical processors
- 64 nodes per server cluster
Server Core mode allows installations without a graphical user interface (GUI).
Client access licenses (CALs) are mandatory for each user logging onto the server.

Essential Edition

Targeted at small businesses with up to 25 users.
Automatically set up as a root domain controller.
Includes services like Active Directory, DNS, File Services, and Web Server (IIS).
No CALs required; managed via a Dashboard interface.

Foundation Edition

Entry-level edition for small businesses, available only as OEM.
Limited to 15 users, with no CALs needed.
Supports a single physical processor and up to 32 GB RAM.
Configurable as a standalone server or root domain controller; Hyper-V unsupported.

Windows Server 2012/R2 and the Private Cloud

Cloud computing encompasses technologies for abstracting application, storage, and resource delivery.
Virtualization is fundamental, allowing multiple OS to operate on a single physical server.

Virtualization Terms

Virtual machine (VM): Emulates hardware of a physical computer.
Host computer: Physical machine running VM software.
Virtualization software: Facilitates creation and management of VMs.
Hypervisor: Component that creates and supervises the virtual hardware environment.

Public Cloud versus Private Cloud

Public cloud: Third-party managed services (e.g., DropBox, Google Apps).
Private cloud: Internally managed services providing virtual desktops, storage, and applications.
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI): Users access private cloud desktops via web browsers or client apps, allowing connectivity from any internet-enabled device.

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Explore the crucial role of server operating systems in organizational settings. This quiz covers the fundamental differences between server and desktop OS, emphasizing the specific functions and services provided by server software like Windows Server 2012/R2. Test your knowledge of networking services and server capabilities!