Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Standard without Hyper-V - OEM inc 5 Client Access Licences (CALs) 32Bit x64 1-4 CPU

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 is the most advanced Windows Server operating system yet, designed to power the next-generation of networks, applications, and Web services. With Windows Server 2008 you can develop, deliver, and manage rich user experiences and applications, provide a secure network infrastructure, and increase technological efficiency and value within your organization. Windows Server 2008 builds on the success and strengths of its Windows Server predecessors while delivering valuable new functionality and powerful improvements to the base operating system. New Web tools, virtualization technologies, security enhancements, and management utilities help save time, reduce costs, and provide a solid foundation for your information technology (IT) infrastructure.

This product does not include Windows Server Hyper-V.

Features:

• Simplified Web server management with Internet Information Services 7.0, which is a powerful Web platform for applications and services. This modular platform provides a simplified, task-based management interface, greater cross-site control, security enhancements, and integrated health management for Web services
• Task based interface simplifies common management Web server tasks
• Cross-site copy allows you to easily copy Web site settings across multiple Web servers without additional configuration
• Delegated administration of applications and sites so you can give control to different parts of the Web server to those who need it
• Centralized application access and seamless integration of remotely published applications. Improvements also add the ability to connect to remote applications across firewalls and without the use of a VPN, so you can quickly respond to the needs of your users, regardless of their location
• New deployments options to provide the most suitable method for your environment
• Robust and vibrant technical community to provide a rich experience throughout the product life cycle
• Protection of your server with security innovations that reduce attack surface area of the kernel, resulting in a more robust and secure server environment
• Enhanced solutions for intelligent rules and policies creation to increase control and protection over networking functions, allowing you to have a policy-driven network
• Protection against malicious software with User Account Control with a new authentication architecture
• Increased dependability with advanced reliability enhancements to reduce loss of access, work, time, data, and control
• Streamlined installation and management of Windows Server 2008 by installing only the roles and features you need. The customization of the server configuration simplifies ongoing maintenance by minimizing the attack surface area and reducing the need for software updates
• Increased control over servers located in remote locations, such as the branch office. With optimized server administration and data replication, you can provide users with better service while reducing management headaches