Module1-NET AD

Client

A computer in the network that requests a service from a server and accesses data and resources.

Server

A computer in the network that provides services to other computers, designated to store, process, and maintain resources.

Network Operating System (NOS)

An operating system installed/running in a server, examples include Windows Server 2000/2003/2008.

Local/Desktop Operating System (LOS/DOS)

An operating system installed/running in a client, examples include Windows XP/7/8.

Centralized Server

A single server on a network that handles all server-specific networking tasks.

Decentralized/Dedicated Server

A single server on a multi-server network that handles one or more server-specific tasks.

Windows Server 2000

Introduced Active Directory for directory management and various server editions.

Windows Server 2003

Featured .NET Framework and enhanced Active Directory with multiple editions.

Windows Server 2008

Included major architectural changes, security enhancements, and virtualization capabilities.

Windows Server 2012

Focused on cloud integration and included Hyper-V for hybrid network strategies.

Windows Server 2016

Introduced Nano Server and enhanced virtualization with encryption for Hyper-V.

Windows Server 2019

Featured Windows Admin Center for server management and Linux compatibility.

Windows Server 2022

Advanced multilayer security and hybrid capabilities with Azure.

Active Directory

A directory service for storing information about users, computers, and other devices in a network.

DHCP Server

Assigns or leases IP addresses to devices on the network.

DNS Server

Resolves host names to IP addresses, both IPv4 and IPv6.

Hyper-V

A virtualization technology that allows the creation and management of virtual machines.

Print Services

Manages print servers and printers, centralizing printer management tasks.

Terminal Services

Enables users to access Windows-based programs and desktops from various devices.