Windows Server 2012 vs Client OS Overview
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Which networking model best meets the needs of a business focused on keeping costs down and self-managing shared resources?

  • Hybrid network
  • Cloud-based
  • Client-server
  • Peer to peer (correct)

    • A network protocol includes device drivers.

    False

    What should be installed and enabled on a computer to share files with other Windows computers?

    File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks

    To make a computer a domain controller, you need to install __________.

    <p>Active Directory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the networking components to their descriptions:

    <p>Network server software = Software that manages resources on a network Network client software = Software that allows users to access shared resources Network protocol = Rules that govern data communication Network interface = Hardware and software that allows devices to connect to a network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines a computer used as a server?

    <p>A computer with OS software that includes directory services and domain name services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each core in a multicore processor counts toward the maximum number of processors that Windows Server 2012/R2 Foundation Edition supports.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What Windows Server 2012/R2 edition allows installing unlimited virtual instances?

    <p>Datacenter edition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Windows Server 2012/R2 edition suited for a small business with five employees is the ______.

    <p>Essentials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which edition of Windows Server 2012/R2 should you install to run six to eight virtual instances without additional licensing costs?

    <p>Datacenter Edition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Windows Server editions with their main features:

    <p>Essentials = Simple setup for small businesses Standard = Supports limited virtual instances Foundation = Basic features for small workloads Datacenter = Unlimited virtualization capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a large disk volume of 1 TB or more, which file format should be used?

    <p>NTFS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The IT Department is using a technology called public cloud computing to deliver desktop interfaces through browser.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which networking component includes a device driver?

    <p>Network interface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks should be installed to share files with other Windows computers.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be installed to make a computer a domain controller?

    <p>Active Directory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To share files with other Windows computers, you should have __________ installed on your computer.

    <p>File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the networking components with their functions:

    <p>Network server software = Manages network resources Network client software = Accesses network services Active Directory = Centralized domain management Network protocol = Set of rules for data exchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which edition of Windows Server 2012/R2 should you install to keep costs low while using an OS that is already installed for five employees?

    <p>Essentials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    NTFS is a suitable file format for supporting a large disk volume of 1 TB or more with quota management.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Windows Server 2012/R2 edition is designed for environments requiring unlimited virtual instances?

    <p>Datacenter Edition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The technology used by the IT Department to deliver desktop computer interfaces via a Web browser is called __________.

    <p>Virtual desktop infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a feature of the Standard Edition of Windows Server 2012/R2?

    <p>Supports network connections based on the number of purchased licenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each core in a multicore processor is counted separately towards the maximum supported processors in Windows Server 2012/R2 Foundation Edition.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Windows Server 2012/R2 editions with their key characteristics:

    <p>Foundation Edition = Designed for low-cost small business solutions Essentials Edition = Best for small businesses under 25 users Standard Edition = Limited to two virtual instances Datacenter Edition = Allows unlimited virtual instances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What file format should be used for volumes smaller than 1 TB?

    <p>FAT32</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is essential for sharing files in a Windows network?

    <p>File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Active Directory must be installed to make a computer a domain controller.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of networking model allows users to manage their own shared resources while keeping costs low?

    <p>Peer to peer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To install a computer as a domain controller, you need to install __________.

    <p>Active Directory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the networking components with their respective functions:

    <p>Network server software = Manages network resources and services Network client software = Allows users to access network services Network protocol = Defines rules for communication Network interface = Facilitates hardware communication with the network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which edition of Windows Server 2012/R2 should you consider for a business with five employees that requires a simple setup?

    <p>Essentials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A Windows Server Essentials edition supports an unlimited number of virtual instances.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary usage of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)?

    <p>To deliver desktop computer interfaces via a web browser interface.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a large disk volume of 1 TB or more, __________ should be used to manage file quotas.

    <p>NTFS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Windows Server 2012/R2 edition allows you to utilize fault-tolerance features?

    <p>Standard Edition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A computer with the Linux operating system can be defined as a server.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Windows Server editions to their key features:

    <p>Essentials = Designed for small businesses Foundation = Basic edition with no virtualization Standard = Includes features like clustering Datacenter = Supports unlimited virtual instances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of processors supported by Windows Server 2012/R2 Foundation Edition?

    <p>One processor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Server Definition

    • A server is a computer used to share resources, such as files, printers, and applications, with other computers on a network.
    • Servers typically have specialized hardware and software to support these functions.
    • Servers often run operating systems designed specifically for server roles, such as Windows Server or Linux.
    • Servers can be physically located in a datacenter, in client offices, or even in a virtualized environment.

    Windows Client OS

    • Client OS is typically used for personal computers and workstations.
    • Client Operating Systems are designed for individual users, not sharing resources.
    • Client OS is more focused on user experience.
    • Client OS has a more limited number of logged-on users.

    Data Center Edition of Windows Server 2012/R2

    • Data Center edition allows for unlimited virtual instances.
    • Virtual instances are essentially copies of a computer system that are run within a virtual environment.

    Windows Server 2012/R2 Editions

    • Windows Server 2012/R2 offers different editions with varied features and pricing.
    • Essentials Edition is ideal for small businesses with up to 25 users and 50 devices.
    • Standard Edition supports up to 16 virtual cores and includes features like Hyper-V, Active Directory, and remote access.
    • Datacenter Edition enables unlimited virtual instances and supports technologies like clustering and storage spaces.

    Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)

    • VDI allows users to access their desktop environment remotely through a web browser.
    • It enables centralized management of user desktops, providing flexibility and cost savings.

    File System Choices

    • ExFAT is a file system designed for external devices, such as memory sticks and external hard drives.
    • FAT32 is a legacy file system that is limited in capacity and features.
    • NTFS is the standard file system for Windows operating systems and offers advanced capabilities like file compression, encryption, and quotas.
    • ReFS is a newer file system introduced in Windows Server 2012 with features like data integrity and resilience.

    Network Model Options

    • A peer-to-peer network is a simple and cost-effective option for small businesses with limited resource sharing needs.
    • In a peer-to-peer network, all computers are equal and can act as both client and server.

    Client for Microsoft Networks

    • Client for Microsoft Networks is a software component that enables Windows computers to connect to a network.
    • This component is usually installed by default.

    File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks

    • This enables Windows computers to share files and printers with other computers on the network.

    Active Directory

    • Active Directory is a directory service that provides centralized management of network resources.
    • It allows for user authentication, group management, and access control.

    Domain Controller

    • A domain controller is a computer that runs Active Directory and manages a domain.
    • Domain controllers are crucial for managing user accounts, network policies, and security.

    Server Definition

    • Server is a computer with OS software that includes directory services and domain name services.
    • Server computer hardware generally includes fast disk drives and a lot of memory.

    Windows Client OS

    • Windows client OS supports network connections based on the number of purchased licenses, not the number of logged-on network users.
    • Windows client OS does not support fault tolerance features like RAID-5 and clustering.

    Windows Server Editions

    • Windows Server 2012/R2 Datacenter Edition allows installing unlimited virtual instances.
    • Windows Server 2012/R2 Standard Edition supports up to two virtual instances.
    • Windows Server 2012/R2 Foundation Edition can only use up to two processors and supports up to two virtual instances.
    • Each core in a multicore processor counts toward the maximum number of processors supported by Windows Server 2012/R2 Foundation Edition.
    • Windows Server 2012/R2 Essentials Edition is best for smaller businesses with up to 25 users and 50 devices.

    Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

    • Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) delivers desktop computer interfaces through the IT data center via a web browser interface.

    Disk Volume Formats

    • The NTFS file format supports large disk volumes of 1 TB or more and can use quotas to limit user file storage space.

    Networking Model

    • Peer-to-peer networking is best for small businesses with few users to share an internet connection, printers, and documents.

    Network Components

    • Network interface component includes a device driver.

    Sharing Files with Other Windows Computers

    • Install and enable Client for Microsoft Networks to share files with other Windows computers.

    Domain Controller

    • Install Active Directory to make a computer a domain controller.

    Server Requirements and Features

    • A computer used as a server typically has a web browser, client for Microsoft Networks, OS software, directory services, and domain name services.
    • Windows client OS supports a limited number of logged-on network users.
    • Windows Server 2012/R2 Data center edition allows installing unlimited virtual instances.
    • Windows Server 2012/R2 Standard Edition can support up to 2 virtual instances
    • Each core in a multicore processor counts towards the maximum number of processors that Windows Server 2012/R2 Foundation Edition supports.
    • If you need to keep costs down and don't have a lot of computer expertise, Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials edition might be suitable for you.
    • If you have five employees and need access to an application that runs on Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials edition is recommended.

    Network Concepts and Technologies

    • Virtual desktop infrastructure(VDI) allows delivering desktop computer interfaces through a Web browser interface.
    • For large disk volumes (1 TB or more) and using quotas to limit user file space, the NTFS file format is recommended.
    • In a peer-to-peer networking model, each computer on the network can act as both a server and a client, sharing resources directly with other computers.
    • Network interface includes a device driver.
    • To share files with other Windows computers, you need to have File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks installed and enabled.
    • To make a computer a domain controller, you need to install Active Directory.

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    This quiz covers the definitions and differences between servers and client operating systems, specifically focusing on Windows Server 2012/R2 and its Data Center edition. You'll learn about server roles, specialized hardware, and how client OS is designed for individual users. Test your knowledge on these key concepts in the world of computing.

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