Server Core

Server Core can be configured for five well-known server roles: file server, DHCP Server, DNS server, Media Services, and Active Directory.

Server Core lacks a Windows shell. There is a command prompt interface and very limited graphical user interface (GUI) functionality.

According to Microsoft, the target user groups for Server Core include network and file service infrastructure developers, server management tool and utility developers and IT planners.

Getting started with Server Core

To explore how the Server Core is used in the enterprise, here are some additional resources:

Server Core could top Windows 2008 features: Learn how the tools that Windows administrators use to list and install Roles and Role Services make Server Core a popular feature of Windows Server 2008.

Easing security concerns over Server Core: While the Server Core option for Windows 2008 comes secure out of the box, an improper configuration can leave your system vulnerable. Follow these steps to ensure peak security.

Read more about Server Core: - Microsoft explains more about Server Core. - ASKPERF explains getting started with Server Core. - The Petri knowledge base offers more information and a list of articles related to Server Core.

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