Windows Server 2003 70-290 Chpt. 1-4

Network backup devices most commonly use the SCSI drive interface. SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is a high-performance interface that allows multiple devices to be connected to a computer system. It provides faster data transfer rates and supports a larger number of devices compared to other interfaces like IDE, USB, or parallel port. This makes SCSI a preferred choice for network backup devices, as it can handle the high data volumes and multiple devices typically associated with backup operations.

The three elements of the Grandfather-Father-Son media rotation system are monthly, weekly, and daily backup jobs. This rotation system is used in data backup strategies to ensure that multiple copies of data are stored at different intervals. The monthly backup is usually kept for a longer period, the weekly backup is overwritten every week, and the daily backup is overwritten every day. This system allows for different recovery points and helps in minimizing data loss in case of any failures or disasters.

The Web Edition of Windows Server 2003 is suitable for the Web Servers because it can support the configuration of a four-node NLB cluster. However, it is not suitable for the database server because it cannot run SQL Server.

The Standard Edition of Windows Server 2003 would provide the most cost-effective solution for the department of 250 employees. This edition offers a balance of features and price, making it suitable for small to medium-sized organizations. It can handle the hosting of home directories and shared folders, as well as serve several printers. The Enterprise and Datacenter editions are more expensive and designed for larger organizations with advanced needs, while the Web Edition is limited in its capabilities and not suitable for this scenario.

The approximate total amount of regularly changing data that needs to be backed up each day is 160 GB. This includes the 125 users' home folders on the shared server drive, which have a maximum storage space of 1 GB each. Additionally, there are six Web servers with a 40-GB drive each, a database server with an 80-GB drive, and an e-mail server with 25 GB of mail archives. Therefore, the total comes out to be 125 GB (users' home folders) + 240 GB (Web servers) + 80 GB (database server) + 25 GB (e-mail server) = 470 GB. However, since not all of this data is changing regularly, the approximate amount to be backed up each day is 160 GB.

The correct answer is System Properties in Control Panel. System Properties in Control Panel is used to enable Remote Desktop on a server. This tool allows users to access and control a server remotely, providing a convenient and efficient way to manage the server without being physically present. By enabling Remote Desktop through System Properties, administrators can securely connect to the server from any location and perform various tasks such as configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Terminal Services Manager, Terminal Services Configuration, and Terminal Services Licensing are not the correct tools for enabling Remote Desktop on a server.

File attributes are the criteria most commonly used to filter files for backup jobs. File attributes provide information about the characteristics of a file, such as whether it is read-only, hidden, or system file. By using file attributes as a criterion, backup jobs can selectively include or exclude files based on their specific attributes. This allows for more efficient and targeted backup processes, ensuring that only the necessary files are backed up, saving time and storage space.

LTO (Linear Tape-Open) tape drive devices have the greatest capacity compared to QIC (Quarter Inch Cartridge), DAT (Digital Audio Tape), and DLT (Digital Linear Tape). LTO technology offers high storage capacities and fast data transfer rates, making it suitable for large-scale data backup and archiving. QIC, DAT, and DLT tape drives have lower capacities and slower transfer speeds compared to LTO.

The logs that are available using Event Viewer on a member server functioning as an application server are the Application, System, and Security logs. The Application log contains events logged by applications or programs on the server. The System log contains events logged by the operating system or system components. The Security log contains events related to security, such as logon attempts and resource access. The Directory Service and File Replication Service logs are not available on a member server functioning as an application server.

If the System Monitor shows a value greater than 2 for the PhysicalDisk: Current Disk Queue Length counter on a non-RAID system, it indicates that there is a high disk queue length. However, this alone does not provide enough information to determine whether the disk is the problem. Other factors such as the specific workload, disk utilization, and performance of other components need to be considered to accurately diagnose the issue. Therefore, additional information is required to determine if the disk is indeed the problem.

In Windows Server 2003, setup can be launched by booting from the CD or by booting from setup floppy disks. Additionally, setup requires an Administrator password that is not blank in order to meet complexity requirements. However, there is no mention of setup requiring the activation of the product license before installing the operating system.

The versions of Windows Server 2003 that require product activation are the Standard Edition retail version and the Enterprise Edition evaluation version. Product activation is necessary to verify the authenticity of the software and ensure that it is being used in accordance with the licensing terms. The Enterprise Edition evaluation version is typically used for trial purposes, so activation is required to track the usage and duration of the evaluation period. The other versions mentioned, Enterprise Edition Open License version and Standard Edition Volume License version, do not require product activation as they are typically used in volume licensing agreements.

User and computer objects are not container objects in Active Directory. Container objects are used to organize and group other objects within the Active Directory structure. User and computer objects are leaf objects, which means they cannot contain other objects. They represent individual users and computers within the directory and do not have the ability to hold or organize other objects. Group and organizational unit objects, on the other hand, are container objects that can hold other objects such as users, computers, and other groups.

Differential and Copy are the backup job types that do not reset the archive bits on the files they copy to the backup medium. In a differential backup, only the files that have changed since the last full backup are copied, while the archive bits remain unchanged. Similarly, in a copy backup, files are copied to the backup medium without altering the archive bits. On the other hand, a full backup resets the archive bits on all the files it copies, and an incremental backup only copies the files that have changed since the last backup, resetting the archive bits in the process.

Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition supports eight-node server clusters, which means it can be used to create and manage a network of up to eight servers that work together to provide high availability and load balancing. It also supports 32-node NLB clusters, which allows for the distribution of network traffic across multiple servers for improved performance and scalability. Additionally, it supports computers with four processors, meaning it can effectively utilize the processing power of systems with up to four CPUs. However, it cannot run 16-bit Windows applications, which may limit compatibility with older software.

To increase the performance level of the file and print server, two solutions need to be implemented. Firstly, replacing the 10Base-T network interface adapters in the computers on the network and the hub with 100Base-TX equipment will increase the speed of the network, eliminating the bottleneck. Secondly, splitting the network into two separate LANs with an equal number of computers on each and installing a second network interface adapter in the file and print server, connecting it to both LANs, will distribute the network load and improve performance.

The Windows Server 2003 Web Edition version supports 32-node NLB clusters. This means that it is capable of creating and managing network load balancing (NLB) clusters consisting of up to 32 nodes. NLB clusters distribute incoming network traffic across multiple servers to improve performance, scalability, and availability. This feature is specifically supported in the Web Edition version of Windows Server 2003.

The Windows Server 2003 Datacenter Edition (64-bit) version supports 512 GB of memory, meaning it can handle a large amount of data and perform memory-intensive tasks efficiently. It also supports eight-node server clusters, allowing for high scalability and fault tolerance in a networked environment. However, it cannot run 16-bit Windows applications, limiting its compatibility with older software. Additionally, it supports 32-node NLB clusters, enabling load balancing and high availability for network services. Lastly, it supports computers with four processors, providing increased processing power for demanding workloads.

The Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition version supports 32-node NLB clusters, which means it can be used to create a network load balancing cluster with up to 32 nodes. Additionally, it supports computers with four processors, meaning it can handle systems that have up to four processors installed.

The correct answer states that the Windows Server 2003 Datacenter Edition version supports eight-node server clusters, 32-node NLB clusters, and computers with four processors. This means that this version of Windows Server 2003 is capable of handling larger and more complex server configurations, allowing for increased scalability and performance. It can support multiple servers in a cluster, both for load balancing and high availability purposes, and can also handle a higher number of network load balancing (NLB) clusters. Additionally, it can effectively utilize systems with up to four processors, enabling efficient processing power for demanding workloads.