GUI: Windows Server 2008 R2

This edition of Windows server is based on Windows 7. Though the name implies a minor update, this edition of Windows Server is a completely new and separate product from its predecessor.

Installation:

First Run:

On first run, Windows Server requires you to create a strong admin password before proceeding to the desktop and server setup

Initial Configuration:

A checklist of tasks are available to assist you with deployment of your server.

Empty Desktop:

Desktop with applications:

Notepad:

Wordpad:

Calculator:

Clock and Calendar:

Volume:

Mixer:

Browser: (Internet Explorer 9)

On Screen Keyboard:

Control Panel:

Appearance:

Display:

Keyboard:

Mouse:

Date and Time:

International:

Accessibility:

Application Manager (Start Menu):

File Manager:

Power Management:

Running Applications (Taskbar):

Task Manager:

Help:

Search:

Recycle Bin:

Run:

Command Prompt:

Boot Screen:

Despite being based on Windows 7, the Vista boot screen was retained in this edition.

Login Screen:

Logoff and Shutdown:

Shutdown Event Tracker:

Server editions of Windows require you to input your reason for shutting down the system. This information is logged for system administrators to review if necessary.

Shut Down:

About Windows:

About Application:

Font Selection:

Open File:

Color Selector:

Wrong Password: