Windows 2000 or Windows 2003

wack

Which version should I use to Build a windows based server and why, What is good or bad about each version?

Ping

Def use windows Server 2003 it is top notch!!

However-WAIT untill R2 comes out! Wink

I beta tested R2-Trust me u wont be dissapointed!

longjack

sibbahz

Windows 2003 will most likely have more features but im sure windows 2000 server would be a lot cheaper but still have enough features for a general server.
Remember how much these windows server licences cost!

amrlafi

windows 2003 supports IIS 6.0 . i like it!!

cheeta

off course windows 2003 server... support for windows 2000 is going to stop pretty soon (after that long waited SP5 comes out..)

& the best thing is... u can try out windows Server 2003 for free Very Happy

... Download it from here,

Windows Server 2003 R2 Trial Software

tfarrell67

What kind of server are you building? I mean if you want rock hard stability and none of the licensing issues then build a Linux box -- Oh yeah and at a fraction of the cost.

T. Farrell

engalex

win2000 is bad bad
Laughing

.::idealist::.

argha

Windows 2000 is ok.. depends on what type of server you are talking about DC( domain controler) or file server ar any other .. 2003 is better as they have few bug fixed and its works better then 2000 and it has some added features like local security policy has been removed form DC and VPN / NAT are added in one setup .. and may others the security policy have many added features and the look and feel is more like XP .. I like to use 2003 then 2000 if given a choice