Checklist: Host Managed Applications

Applies To: Windows Server 2008

In an environment of connected systems that are built on .NET Framework 3.0, deploying Application Server Foundation makes the seamless integration of systems possible. It also simplifies the deployment and operation of managed applications.

Task Reference

Review the features and functions of Application Server Foundation.

Application Server Foundation Overview

Install Application Server Foundation on a single server using the Add Roles Wizard.

Install the Application Server Role on Your Server

Configure Application Server role services to support the applications that you will run. You may want to first install and run a test application that is designed to use the role services that you configure. Then, run the applications in your production environment.

Application Server Role Services

Additional references

Web Server (IIS) Support for Application Server

COM+ Network Access and Application Server

TCP Port Sharing and Application Server

Windows Process Activation Service Support for Application Server

Distributed Transaction Support for Application Server