Compaq ProLiant 1000 Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Se - Page 3

467A/0197 WHITE PAPER (cont.) ... OVERVIEW There are many reasons for migrating to Windows NT Server 4.0. Enhancements and new features for Windows NT Server 4.0 provide an ideal platform to support file-and-print, application server, and internet/intranet computing environments. New features and enhancements include: • Better performance and ease-of-use in TCP/IP networks • User interface more consistent with Microsoft Windows 95 and Windows NT Workstation 4.0 • Remote Boot (RIPL) support for diskless Windows and DOS clients • Improved support for remote clients with Remote Access Services (RAS) • Improved interoperability with NetWare servers through Gateway (and Client) Services for NetWare • Expanded support for graphics and multimedia • Better networking and security management • New application and file system support • Expanded printing and font capabilities • The Administrative wizards group the common server management tools into a single place making it easier for an administrator to manage user accounts and other function. • Microsoft Internet Information Server is included in the Windows NT Server 4.0 kit/license. The Windows NT Server 4.0 operating system now provides better wide-area networking tools and a powerful internet/intranet server platform. Refer to the Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 reference documentation for more detailed information. NOTE: This White Paper does not cover upgrading from Windows NT Workstation 3.51 to Windows NT Server 4.0. 3