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- weirdlookinguy, on 10/24/2007, -3/+36You know what's propaganda? Linux lovers and badvista.org. This is an honest review, since when is a review favoring Microsoft "propaganda"?
- schnikies79, on 10/24/2007, -1/+16I agree on the price, but this is not in same category as FreeNAS. This is an automated backup tool. Yes it does other things but this requires little-to-no knowledge on the user side except installing software.
The real problem I see is that someone who is knowledgeable enough to buy this is probably knowledgeable enough to setup a free solution. - cliffzdude, on 10/24/2007, -1/+14Better? For whom? Ma and Pa Kettle? I loaded a beta on my brother's old PC as he needs to start making backups----badly. He'll be buying the OEM version when it hits the stores. He was up and running on his own, making images of his 2 notebooks over his home network in no time. He's a noob-for-life, so that speaks volumes. Ever tried to image a Win Box over the network? I have/do, its not really that straight forward.
Generally no OS is "better" for everybody in every situation, a statement like "A linux server is a better option", while ignoring the possible user environment is disingenuous to the Linux community. Hell, its bad for the computing community, OS flavor be damned. - wageslaven, on 10/24/2007, -2/+13Arstechnica is one of the most neutral, end-user focused tech sites on the interweb son. Hardly 'propaganda'.
- allyant, on 10/20/2007, -6/+15I used Windows Home Server last week as I got a copy of my work for testing, I have to say I am impressed, it all fits into your home network fine, it manages to find all the computers in my home network and set them up automatically (With no entering IP addresses), and you get a free URL (Yes something FREE from Microsoft) so you can access your computer files from anywhere in the world (No need to upload your files to the internet), but I would only use it if I have 3+ computers in my home network, I think It would suite a small business (5-20 Computers very well), I formated over it after a week as I only have 2 desktop computers in my house.
- adolfojp, on 10/24/2007, -0/+8And acquiring that skill or hiring someone with that skill would make the open source solution not so free anymore.
- inactive, on 10/20/2007, -2/+10I can't wait to get my copy.
Its looking better all the time. - louiedog, on 10/20/2007, -1/+9You've made the same comment for every notification of an Ubuntu beta and release candidate, the Apple keyboard review posted earlier, and iPhone review, right?
- louiedog, on 10/22/2007, -0/+8No, you just don't see the use of it.
- motang, on 10/21/2007, -12/+19$200 that is bit steep, I rater use something like FreeNAS ( http://www.freenas.org/ ) considering the fact that I am a starving student.
- inactive, on 10/22/2007, -4/+11Sure it is, as long as you place no value whatsoever on your time. Once you do, Microsoft's alternative looks very good.
- bluenullity, on 10/20/2007, -6/+13Im just interested in the SDK, I hear there are some great community add-ons coming down the pipe. WebGuide (slingbox + media center) add-on is already out there I think
- mrkuhn, on 10/24/2007, -5/+12My firm is currently using the beta version, and I am quite happy with it. Despite the user limit, the price is something I love compared to the way more expensive options. Remote access is a snap to set up, and easy for the noobs to use. I can't wait for some MCE plug ins to pull through.
- Tenoq, on 10/16/2007, -0/+7It's ideal for small business as well as home users. On-the-fly imaging of all your networked PCs is a very handy backup for small businesses who struggle to properly manage files and networked files, and then back them up consistently to a safe-location. Add in a Home Server with a Promise card and hotswapping and you've got a great on-site and off-site backup of every machine in your business.
- Feej, on 10/20/2007, -1/+7Please, enlighten us........
- inactive, on 10/16/2007, -4/+10?...
- stockjones, on 10/20/2007, -0/+6Yeah youre a power user. What all you linux folks forget and Im not against Linux, is that most users expect elegant simplicity. As in point and click, plug and go simple. That is not Linux not even Ubuntu. Ubuntu will not just automatically detect all the machines on local home network. Its not that "smart". Now Apple they could pull of the same feat.
- blatantninja, on 10/20/2007, -1/+7As our homes and the various electronics within them become more and more computer centric, a Home Server is going to become not just a welcome addition, but a necessary one. I agree with the article that they need to add in several things to make it a great platform, but it is a good start.
- keeron, on 10/24/2007, -1/+7Check out the MSDN forums on this product, someone already wrote an add-in (for uTorrent client)
- df12, on 10/22/2007, -0/+6WHS is a whole lot more than just a File and Web server. Much of the technology used in WHS is not currently available in any Linux distribution.
That's of course not to say that the Linux community won't quickly embrace and extend the WHS technologies . Then again, nothing in the Linux world is ever easy for the first few iterations. - mrsteve007, on 10/22/2007, -0/+5Newegg sells an OEM version to anyone. So no, it does not need to be preinstalled on a PC.
- barroni, on 10/20/2007, -2/+7Im using beta home server and I love it
I looked for a long time linux options and everything nothing seem to fit my needs like home server .
Each to there own I guess, I will buy home server before Vista - setrusko, on 10/20/2007, -1/+5Looks cool.
- AF-Geek, on 10/16/2007, -0/+4Maybe a very small business. There is a 10 user limit.
- wageslaven, on 10/24/2007, -1/+4What you'll see is all those NAS solutions will pickup this OS. It will be a Drop-into the home network solution, just like these home-NAS boxes.
Those NAS boxes are normally running 24/7 too you know. - pt4117, on 10/24/2007, -0/+2He's not talking baout using it as a desktop. Do you really think that a noob would be able to automate all of their backups on a typical linux install? That's what he was talking about.
- AF-Geek, on 10/16/2007, -0/+2Might want to skip that Promise card... The article explains that WHS does not play well with RAID arrays.
- felderado, on 10/24/2007, -2/+4it's smaller though... using less electricity and producing less heat. that's the point he's trying to make.
- link5280, on 10/20/2007, -0/+2If you say it three times it becomes true!
- link5280, on 10/20/2007, -0/+2Yes software reviews are propaganda! Your just an MS hater.
- pt4117, on 10/24/2007, -0/+2More like tiny business. It's only good for 10 users, but I agree it could be great for those.
- subliminalurge, on 10/24/2007, -0/+2"I set up an Ubuntu server to act as both a file server and a webserver in under 30 minutes"
Set up an Ubuntu server that can replicate ALL of the features of WHS, with equivalent ease of use, then get back to us. (Hint: Try adding additional storage to a network share on WHS, then do the same on Ubuntu.) - allyant, on 10/24/2007, -1/+3If you read the article it says: "Windows Home Server is available through the following distribution channels:
As a complete hardware/software solution.
As OEM software for system builders."
So for home users yes you will have to buy a PC with it pre-installed. - FutureGuy, on 10/16/2007, -0/+2Like the remote access function too, looks like I can remote into any of my PCs without exposing them directly to the internet via WHS.
- allyant, on 10/20/2007, -0/+2Ah forgot about that, here is a link if you want to buy:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N8 ... - TeacherOfHeroes, on 10/16/2007, -4/+6In addition to FreeNAS, there is also OpenFiler ( http://www.openfiler.com/ ) that (last time I checked) provides a few features that FreeNAS does not. It's not as trim a distribution, though. Always tradeoffs.
- dmaynard, on 10/20/2007, -0/+2you should check and see if you college is part of the Microsoft Academic Alliance:
"One of the benefits of MSDNAA is that the participating department can acquire free copies of Microsoft Windows Server, Visual Studio, Microsoft Windows Vista, and other Microsoft products for lab computers. The program also allows students and faculty to obtain free copies of select Microsoft products, including Windows Vista Business and Visual Studio 2005 Professional, for use in coursework and personal non-commercial projects. Students may continue to use these products even after they graduate for non-commercial purposes."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MSDN_Academic_Allianc ... - link5280, on 10/18/2007, -0/+1Im sick of people saying they can
- potterboy, on 10/16/2007, -2/+3The 32 bit version.
- wageslaven, on 10/20/2007, -3/+3That link at the end of the article gives an idea of what Windows Home Server will become. Its all about that SDK -- you're right.
http://www.wegotserved.co.uk/windows-home-server-a ... - FutureGuy, on 10/24/2007, -3/+3ya sure, if u say so. all the oem are suckers and linux fanboys are gods. /sarcasm
- MonkeyBoy87, on 10/24/2007, -2/+1is this something you can actually buy or is it like media center? itcomes embedded in new products only or you have to know somebody with MSDN ?
- outsider787, on 10/22/2007, -3/+2What about people that enjoy spending time with their computers?
Just because you place NO VALUE on your time when it comes with computers, doesn't mean others don't.
No software is perfect for everyone. I wish people would understand that. - kettlechips, on 10/16/2007, -2/+1premium
- dotnetnoob, on 10/24/2007, -3/+2It's funny how people jumping up and down over the price while Linux and OSS have many years in their hand to come up with a Home Server that can sell to the mass. It simply amazed me how MS take the lead on simple stuff such as this that draw people's attention and if i'm not mistaken. There used to be a Linux based home server that failed on the market. Dear Linux/Mac/OSS fanboyz your turn on "Home server" is over now let's see how the market will react to MS's home server and please do STFU!
- pcsupporttips, on 10/22/2007, -2/+1Will Windows Home Server be the next "MS Bob" (aka Apple Newton)? Or a runaway success like Microsoft Small Business Server? For any skeptics, remember it may have taken Microsoft 3-4 versions before really getting SBS to dominate the market, but Microsoft Small Business Server now virtually "owns" the small business NOS suite market.
- inactive, on 10/24/2007, -6/+3This need to be included in the Buffalo NAS boxes. I would buy it then. I dont really care for a PC running 24/7 in my garage. The Buffalo Storage NAS is perfect. Small and very reliable.
- Eevee, on 10/22/2007, -6/+1Oh good, only $200 for an OS that does backups. For a minute there I was worried Microsoft might try to rip me off.
- sirhomer, on 10/20/2007, -7/+1I set up an Ubuntu server to act as both a file server and a webserver in under 30 minutes from putting in the CD to production use. Ubuntu is incredibly easy to install, much more so then any Windows operating system.
- srg13, on 10/22/2007, -7/+1Twenty minutes of my time isn't worth $200...
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