Event Review: UNIX Interoperability in Windows Server 2008 (Session ITPROADD-203)

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Session Outline

In this session we will see how UNIX Interoperability components in Windows Server 2008 (formerly Windows Server code name “Longhorn”) allow you to reduce costs by integrating UNIX and Windows systems to deliver a complete solution.

Session Agenda

• Benefits of UNIX interoperability in Windows Server
  
• Architecture of Subsystem for UNIX-based Applications (SUA)
  
• Management of identities in a mixed environment
  

Session Media

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	Demo: Using Subsystem for UNIX-based Applications In this demonstration, we will run some UNIX command line utilities on the Subsystem for UNIX-based Applications (SUA) in Windows Server 2008. Then, we will compile a UNIX application on SUA and run it. Play online | Download
	Demo: Managing Identification In this demonstration, we will see how Server for NIS makes it easier to manage identities in a mixed environment.   Play online | Download

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Related Links

Use the following resources to learn more about topics covered in this briefing.

• Evaluate the Windows Server 2008 Release Candidate today
  
• Windows Server 2008 Tech Center
  
• TechNet Virtual Labs: Windows Server 2008
  
• Windows Server 2008 Webcasts
  

Microsoft Press Books

• Introducing Windows Server 2008
  

  Summary: Get a jump on evaluating Window Server 2008 -- with technical insights from Windows Server team. This practical introduction delivers real-world implementation scenarios and pragmatic advice for administering Windows Server in the enterprise.