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Server Environment (Microsoft and Linux) Subject Incharge: Liaqat Ali Importance of Server Management Crucial for business operations Supports critical applications Affects overall IT infrastructure performance Description: Explain why managing servers is important for businesses. O...

Server Environment (Microsoft and Linux) Subject Incharge: Liaqat Ali Importance of Server Management Crucial for business operations Supports critical applications Affects overall IT infrastructure performance Description: Explain why managing servers is important for businesses. Objectives Understanding server reliability Cost considerations for server hardware Maintenance and spare parts planning Server environment management practices Overview of Server Types Microsoft Windows Server Linux Server (Ubuntu, Red Hat, CentOS) Description: Brief introduction to the different types of server environments. The Role Ensures business continuity of a Supports scalability Reliable Server Improves security Setup Description: Discuss how a reliable server setup impacts business operations. Reliability of Microsoft Windows Server Widely used in businesses Consistent performance Robust security features Description: Discuss the reliability and stability of Microsoft Windows Server. Key Features in Windows Server for Reliability WINDOWS DEFENDER ADVANCED THREAT PROTECTION ACTIVE DIRECTORY DESCRIPTION: HIGHLIGHT FEATURES THAT ENHANCE SERVER RELIABILITY. User-Friendly Management Tools in Windows Server Active Directory for Group Policy for centralized configuration management Description: Explain Server Manager for how these tools monitoring simplify management.  High stability Popular distributions (Ubuntu, Red Hat, Reliability of CentOS) Linux Servers Less vulnerable to malware Description: Describe why Linux is a reliable server choice.  Resistant to viruses and malware Linux as a Frequent security updates Secure Open-source flexibility Choice for Description: Discuss the security benefits of using Linux for Critical servers. Applications Popular Linux Servers: Apache and Nginx High uptime Suitable for web hosting Low resource usage Description: Explain why Apache and Nginx are widely used on Linux servers. Microsoft Example company using Windows Server Key benefits observed Windows Lessons learned Server in Description: Provide a real-world example Enterprises of Windows Server use in businesses. Linux Server in a Web Hosting Environment EXAMPLE WEB HOSTING CHALLENGES AND PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION: DETAIL A COMPANY SOLUTIONS IMPROVEMENTS CASE STUDY INVOLVING LINUX SERVERS. Windows Stability and uptime Security considerations Server vs. Linux Server Description: Reliability Ease of Compare the two server management types based on reliability factors.  Hardware failures Challenges in Software updates Maintaining Reliability Configuration errors Description: Discuss potential issues and how to address them.  Upfront costs Initial Processor, RAM, and storage Investment specifications in Server Brand reputation Hardware Description: Overview of the initial hardware investment. Factors That Influence Hardware Costs Processor types Storage options (HDD vs. SSD) Network capabilities Description: Explain what affects the cost of server hardware. Example of a High-End Server Specification Multiple processors High RAM capacity Fast storage solutions Description: Provide an example configuration for a high-performance server.  Matching hardware to workload Choosing Avoiding over-provisioning Hardware Based on Business Needs Planning for future needs Description: Tips for selecting appropriate server hardware.  Need for future upgrades The Importance Handling increased data of Scalability in Server Supporting new applications Hardware Description: Discuss why scalability is important for growing businesses.  Expanding Upgrading RAM processors Planning for Server Upgrades Description: How to plan Adding hardware storage upgrades over time.  24/7 power consumption Understanding Cost of electricity Ongoing Power Costs Impact on operational expenses Description: Explain the power consumption costs associated with running servers.  Cooling solutions (air conditioning, fans) Cooling Server room temperature Requirements management and Associated Impact on electricity bills Costs Description: Discuss the need for proper cooling and its costs.  Energy-efficient hardware Reducing Virtualization Power Consumption Power management settings for Efficiency Description: Strategies for optimizing power usage.  Licensing fees Comparing Hardware requirements Costs: Microsoft vs. Maintenance costs Linux Servers Description: Cost comparison between Microsoft and Linux servers.  Cost benefits of cloud vs. physical servers Evaluating Flexibility and scalability Cloud Servers as an Alternative Backup solutions Description: Overview of cloud server costs and benefits.  Company requirements Cost Budget allocation Analysis for New Server Hardware and software costs Deployment Description: Example of budgeting for a new server environment. Calculating the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Initial investment Ongoing costs (power, maintenance) Upgrading expenses Description: Explanation of TCO for server environments.  Multiple virtual servers on a single machine Reducing Lower hardware costs Costs Through Efficient resource allocation Server Virtualization Description: How virtualization helps save on hardware expenses.  Budgeting for upgrades Financial Planning Allocating funds for maintenance for Long- Term Planning for growth Server Investment Description: Financial strategies for maintaining a server environment. Thank you