What is the security performance of the Windows 2008 operating system as Microsoft's next-generation server operating system?
A Win2008 IE Security
Windows Server 2008 IE7 has an enhanced security configuration that must be manually audited by a user to open a related web site. This is a lot safer than Windows Vista, but if it's not a server, it's a big hassle for desktop users.
Two Uac
The Windows Server 2008 operating system, similar to Windows Vista, also comes with UAC user Account Control, which can effectively reduce the risk of the server, However, the system administrator account that applies to Win2008 through Vista is not subject to the same restrictions as Vista.
(iii) What anti-virus software firewall should be used
Windows Server 2008 as a server version of the operating system on the use of anti-virus software firewall and desktop operating system is very different, the firewall recommends the use of BlackICE Black Ice firewall, anti-virus software can install Kaspersky 7.0 Server version or Symantec Server version of anti-virus software. Windows Server 2008 also has Windows Firewall, but it does not protect against hackers unless you are not a server but a personal computer.