The advantages of Windows Server 2008 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 is to date the most powerful and advanced Windows Server, designed for the next generation of networks, applications and web services. With Windows Server 2008 R2 you can develop, deliver and control a many-sided user experience and application as you wish to.
Windows Server 2008 R2 - the changes
Windows Server 2008 R2 has various new functions, but generally, it is:
- Safer: most of the functionality is disabled by default
- High-performance
- Easier to manage: zero administration
- More stable
- Supports these PHP CMS: WordPress, Joomla 1.5x
IIS 7.5 - the changes
- Internet Information Server 7.5 is one of the core elements in Windows Server 2008 R2 and has been rewritten from the ground up with especially the hosting companies, such as Hostbasket, in mind for the hosting of hundreds to thousands of sites on 1 server.
- IIS 7.5 has been built up completely modular. There is a lightweight core that is very efficient. Extra functionality is applied via modules.
- Sandboxing of sites.
- High-performance
- User-friendly user interface for management/administration of the sites.
- Diagnostic tools available.
