I am on Server 2000 with 5 workstations which use XP Professional. I need to add 4 more workstations that will also use XP Professional. Should I upgrade the server to server 2003 or server 2008?
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kimdo811
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If you are simply adding 4 more workstations, I wouldn't upgrade at all. You can purchase additional device CAL licenses for the 4 workstations and use those CALs if you decide to upgrade later. Windows 2003 R2 does have some great enhancements to GPOs and is a stable platform. 2008 has some enhancements to virtualization, terminal services, and network performance. However, for the size of your network, I doubt that you would benefit from any of these enhancements. If you are wanting to upgrade, I would recommend 2003 based on functionality, familiarity, and TCO.
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