Windows vs. Linux Dedicated Servers

Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 133 views

When it comes time to obtain a dedicated server, you essentially have two platforms to choose from: Windows and Linux.  Both systems have their advantages and disadvantages, ranging from costs to application requirements. Programming Technologies and Database Servers The major difference between Windows and Linux lies in the applications and development technologies.  If you intend [...]

Windows Server Hosting Vs. Linux Server Hosting

Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 139 views

One of the longest running debates in the history of technology has been the Windows vs. Linux debate. You may alienate the advocates of one if you say anything good about the other. However, both have their advantages and disadvantages. The Windows vs. Linux debate in the web and server hosting world has also heated [...]

Comparison of Linux and Windows as Server Operating System

Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 139 views

The argument of which operating system is better – Windows or Linux – has been on since the very inception of these operating systems and is likely to continue till the day we stop use them. In today’s post, we will look at how they fare as operating systems for the web server. While Linux [...]

Why Windows Works as a Server OS

Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 132 views

The other day, a computer-illiterate friend called me and said, “My son is getting an operating system for the home computer. And it’s not Windows and it’s free!” I smiled. During our conversation he wondered why the world wanted to pay for something when there was an alternative available for free. So, folks, I ask [...]

How to Schedule a Windows Server Reboot

Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 130 views

In a previous post, I explained how to schedule a reboot on a Linux server. Today, we will learn how to do exactly the same thing on a Windows server. The reasons are the same. If your Windows dedicated server has just finished a system update and needs to reboot, you do not want to [...]

Scheduling Tasks on a Windows Server

Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 201 views

In a previous post, I explained an easy method for scheduling tasks on a Linux server using cron jobs. On a Windows server, there is a similar process that allows you to schedule programs to run at specified times. Task automation is a very important part of running a dedicated server because it minimizes the [...]

Determining FSMO Role Holders

Friday, October 9th, 2009 2,374 views

Windows 2000/2003 Active Directory domains utilize a Single Operation Master method called FSMO (Flexible Single Master Operation), as described in Understanding FSMO Roles in Active Directory. The five FSMO roles are: Schema master – Forest-wide and one per forest. Domain naming master – Forest-wide and one per forest. RID master – Domain-specific and one for [...]