Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition provides a comprehensive server platform that is easy to deploy, manage, and use. It allows businesses to lower total cost of ownership (TCO). Thanks in part to the support of many Microsoft third-party hardware and software partners, Windows Server 2003 helps users achieve the greatest return on server investments.
Designed for small organizations and departmental use, Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition delivers intelligent file and printer sharing, secure Internet connectivity, centralized desktop application deployment, and Web solutions that connect employees, partners, and customers. Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition provides high levels of dependability, scalability, and security.
Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition takes the best of Windows 2000 Server technology and makes it easier to deploy, manage, and use. The result: A highly productive operating system that is secure, reliable, and ready to use "out-of-the box," with features that provide robust availability and scalability.
At a high level, Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition provides support for:
Advanced networking features such as Internet Authentication Service (IAS), Network Bridge, and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS).
Four-way symmetric multiprocessing (SMP).
Four gigabytes (GB) of RAM.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
128MB RAM (256MB recommended)
Maximum RAM: 4GB
1.5GB available hard disk space
133 MHz processor minimum, 550MHz or faster recommended
Multi-processor support for up to 4 processors**
** Windows Server 2003 may not use multiple processors with some Intel Pentium Pro or Pentium II Processors.
