- Windows Server 2008 R2 was released just a couple of days ago on September 14th - so now it's time for you to start thinking about installing or upgrading your Server 2008. Here are couple things to keep in mind. First, the new Windows Server 2008 R2 can only be installed (or upgraded) on 64-bit.
- Windows 2008 Server R2 does NOT have a SP2 only the Windows 2008 Server R1 has SP2 Latest SP for R2 is SP1.
- Because of this the first service pack was Service pack 2 (Windows Server 2008 SP2). Windows Server 2008 R2 is also based on the WindowsNT 6.1 Kernel (It is akin to Windows 7 much like Server 2008 is akin to Vista) with some expanded features and capabilities.
Learn all about the security and non-security updates that are published for Windows Server 2008 SP2 through Windows Update. These updates address issues and improve the overall reliability of the operating system.
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From Microsoft: Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 64-Bit features new virtualization tools, Web resources, management enhancements, and exciting Windows 7 integration help save time, reduce costs, and provide a platform for a dynamic and efficiently managed data center. Powerful tools such as Internet Information Services (IIS) version 7.5, updated Server Manager and Hyper-V platforms and Windows PowerShell version 2.0 combine to give customers greater control, increased efficiency, and the ability to react to front-line business needs faster than ever before.
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Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 64-Bit features new virtualization tools, Web resources, management enhancements, and exciting Windows 7 integration help save time, reduce costs, and provide a platform for a dynamic and efficiently managed data center. Powerful tools such as Internet Information Services (IIS) version 7.5, updated Server Manager and Hyper-V platforms and Windows PowerShell version 2.0 combine to give customers greater control, increased efficiency, and the ability to react to front-line business needs faster than ever before.