Gaming with Win2000 Server?

86GT · 04-28-2002, 01:28 PM

A friend of mine is running his home network with 3 computers, all in all they're all right all he has to do is install the o/s and go from there. He wants to run Win 2000 Server (he's already got a copy) or Win 98. The thing is that he needs to keep control over the network because of his family and friends that are over. I suggested going to Win XP, but he doesn't want to have to get the software, he'd rather use what he's got. Any suggestions?

srv1 · 04-28-2002, 02:32 PM

yes. forget WINBLOZE all together. tell him to use LINUX. if he is not familiar with Linux, use 98SE or NT

86GT · 04-29-2002, 03:04 PM

He doesn't have an experience with Linux, and I don't have much experiece with it either, and since he wants to stay with windows, I'll take your advice on 98SE or NT. Thanks..

StangFlyer · 04-29-2002, 05:28 PM

Use Windows 2000 Pro. It's much more stable than NT by far and has more advanced networking and security.

srv1 · 04-29-2002, 09:44 PM

Dan, basically its NT actually. havent used it though. not planning to either. i am slowly leaning to Linux. boy i hate microsoft!

StangFlyer · 04-29-2002, 10:48 PM

Win2K is based on the NT Kernal, but is much more stable than NT 4.0. It also has all the interface niceties of Win98 and true PnP... Win XP is basically Win2K, but with a whole new interface design and a lot of extra built-in utilities and apps.

Right now Mustang Works main server is a Linux based box, and the secondary server (which runs the forums) is a Win2K server. However, right now I am changing around my hosting configuration and soon we'll have multiple Win2K servers only. The Linux machine is going bye-bye.

86GT · 05-12-2002, 10:02 PM

Thanks for the advice. He decided to use the Win2K just to keep things simple for himself. I just hope he knows what he's getting into. Myself I'll stick with XP until I get more comfortable with Linux.

polara7777 · 05-13-2002, 12:50 AM

Win XP *shudder* Win 2K big *shudder* Yuck! I know the ups and downs of both. I'll stick with 98 SE thank you! (heh I work for Gateway and get to work with all of them. Even had a 3.11 call the other day.)

Skyman · 05-13-2002, 03:14 AM

Were using Adv Server at my work and its pretty nice. You dont have all the nice built in drivers of XP. XP Pro would be nice, it gives you pretty good control. More than enough that youd need for that small network. Also 2000 starts up SLOW, and a lot of software doesnt work on it. Mostly virus scan and cd burning software.

Try it out, if you dont like it format again and install something else!

Skyler

Topless In Texas · 05-13-2002, 03:39 AM

Dont even ask me...I dont know ****....

mustangman65_79 · 05-13-2002, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Dont even ask me...I dont know ****....

Would u call that a free post?!?

Topless In Texas · 05-13-2002, 10:02 AM

LMAO...ummm....no....

srv1 · 05-13-2002, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dan McClain
Win2K is based on the NT Kernal, but is much more stable than NT 4.0. It also has all the interface niceties of Win98 and true PnP... Win XP is basically Win2K, but with a whole new interface design and a lot of extra built-in utilities and apps.

Right now Mustang Works main server is a Linux based box, and the secondary server (which runs the forums) is a Win2K server. However, right now I am changing around my hosting configuration and soon we'll have multiple Win2K servers only. The Linux machine is going bye-bye.

Dan, what would be the reason you would ditch LINUX over Windows? i would like to hear your reasoning.

1fastchick · 05-13-2002, 06:26 PM

there is no reasoning behind his madness

srv1 · 05-13-2002, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 1fastchick
there is no reasoning behind his madness

oh go pop a wheelie!

1fastchick · 05-13-2002, 07:58 PM

ROFLMAO

Busting Dan's Balls is more fun.

04-28-2002, 01:28 PM	#1
86GT Sniffed too much n20 Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Ont, Canada Posts: 1,018	Gaming with Win2000 Server? A friend of mine is running his home network with 3 computers, all in all they're all right all he has to do is install the o/s and go from there. He wants to run Win 2000 Server (he's already got a copy) or Win 98. The thing is that he needs to keep control over the network because of his family and friends that are over. I suggested going to Win XP, but he doesn't want to have to get the software, he'd rather use what he's got. Any suggestions?

04-28-2002, 02:32 PM	#2
srv1 Get down..... Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Room 103 Posts: 2,095	yes. forget WINBLOZE all together. tell him to use LINUX. if he is not familiar with Linux, use 98SE or NT __________________ Cobra brakes are on! Finally..... ------------------------------------------------

04-29-2002, 05:28 PM	#4
StangFlyer Founder Join Date: Jun 1995 Location: Michigan Posts: 19,326	Use Windows 2000 Pro. It's much more stable than NT by far and has more advanced networking and security. __________________ StangFlyer 1991 Mustang GT - Supercharged 377 Stroker 2000 Ford Lightning - Project Lightning Hauler Media Center Gallery - View my member photos

04-29-2002, 09:44 PM	#5
srv1 Get down..... Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Room 103 Posts: 2,095	Dan, basically its NT actually. havent used it though. not planning to either. i am slowly leaning to Linux. boy i hate microsoft! __________________ Cobra brakes are on! Finally..... ------------------------------------------------

04-29-2002, 10:48 PM	#6
StangFlyer Founder Join Date: Jun 1995 Location: Michigan Posts: 19,326	Win2K is based on the NT Kernal, but is much more stable than NT 4.0. It also has all the interface niceties of Win98 and true PnP... Win XP is basically Win2K, but with a whole new interface design and a lot of extra built-in utilities and apps. Right now Mustang Works main server is a Linux based box, and the secondary server (which runs the forums) is a Win2K server. However, right now I am changing around my hosting configuration and soon we'll have multiple Win2K servers only. The Linux machine is going bye-bye. __________________ StangFlyer 1991 Mustang GT - Supercharged 377 Stroker 2000 Ford Lightning - Project Lightning Hauler Media Center Gallery - View my member photos

04-29-2002, 03:04 PM	#3
86GT Sniffed too much n20 Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Ont, Canada Posts: 1,018	He doesn't have an experience with Linux, and I don't have much experiece with it either, and since he wants to stay with windows, I'll take your advice on 98SE or NT. Thanks..

05-12-2002, 10:02 PM	#7
86GT Sniffed too much n20 Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Ont, Canada Posts: 1,018	Thanks for the advice. He decided to use the Win2K just to keep things simple for himself. I just hope he knows what he's getting into. Myself I'll stick with XP until I get more comfortable with Linux.

05-13-2002, 12:50 AM	#8
polara7777 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Columbus, MS Posts: 324	Win XP shudder Win 2K big shudder Yuck! I know the ups and downs of both. I'll stick with 98 SE thank you! (heh I work for Gateway and get to work with all of them. Even had a 3.11 call the other day.) __________________ -Ian Christopher -84 VW Vanagon (Stock so far but it barks 3rd ) -67 Dodge Polara (383 punched 30, Heavy head work, Mopar Performance single plane intake, Holley 750, electric fuel pump, Holley regulator, .484 duration cam, FRIED bottom end!) DOH!!! Fried the #1 rod bearing. Stroker kit coming! -01 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (Clear lenses, shaved fender, rear signals in the rear housing, baffles removed, Deals Gap dragon on the tail.)

05-13-2002, 03:14 AM	#9
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	Were using Adv Server at my work and its pretty nice. You dont have all the nice built in drivers of XP. XP Pro would be nice, it gives you pretty good control. More than enough that youd need for that small network. Also 2000 starts up SLOW, and a lot of software doesnt work on it. Mostly virus scan and cd burning software. Try it out, if you dont like it format again and install something else! Skyler __________________ 2001 BMW M3 6spd 12.79@108 RIP ---- 1993 Notch w/ 98 4V 4.6 Fasttt... -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- 12.32@109 -1999 Black Cobra Coupe- JBA Shorties, Bassani Cat-X, Magnaflow 3", Pulleys, 85mm Pro-M, Ported Intake, Soild Rear w/ 4.30s, Tubular Front End, X2C arms, 13lb batt, few others.

05-13-2002, 03:39 AM	#10
Topless In Texas Not broken anymore! Join Date: May 2001 Location: La Porte, TEXASS :) Posts: 1,963	:( Dont even ask me...I dont know ***.... __________________ R.I.P. my Kinde..Jan. 19,1992-Aug. 22, 2003. Shes Cruisin' doggie heaven in a Blown Verte or a GTO!!! 2005 ROUSH GT Verte SuperStallions of the Net Feature, May 2002 RICE HATERS CLUB MEMBER #38!!* O.B.C #5..thank you!! I feel so priveledged!! BONE STOCK~ Hell, its a ROUSH!

05-13-2002, 10:02 AM	#12
Topless In Texas Not broken anymore! Join Date: May 2001 Location: La Porte, TEXASS :) Posts: 1,963	haha LMAO...ummm....no.... __________________ R.I.P. my Kinde..Jan. 19,1992-Aug. 22, 2003. Shes Cruisin' doggie heaven in a Blown Verte or a GTO!!! 2005 ROUSH GT Verte SuperStallions of the Net Feature, May 2002 RICE HATERS CLUB MEMBER #38!! O.B.C #5..thank you!! I feel so priveledged!! BONE STOCK~ Hell, its a ROUSH!

05-13-2002, 06:26 PM	#14
1fastchick Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Orlando Florida Posts: 149	there is no reasoning behind his madness __________________ www.1fastchick.com www.cycleforums.com 1968 Fastback "Gidget"

05-13-2002, 07:58 PM	#16
1fastchick Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Orlando Florida Posts: 149	ROFLMAO Busting Dan's Balls is more fun. __________________ www.1fastchick.com www.cycleforums.com 1968 Fastback "Gidget"

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