Windows 2003 Cloud Hosting

Quick, Simple, and Scalable Windows 2003 Cloud Hosting

Why Should I Choose Windows 2003 Cloud Hosting or a Windows 2003 Dedicated Server?

We decided to offer both Windows 2003 cloud hosting and a Windows 2003 dedicated server so that all of our customers would have access to this scalable and flexible Windows-based operating system.

Windows 2003 is one of the most commonly used server operating systems on the web. Originally released by Microsoft in 2003, the software is a proven and reliable choice for Windows-based installations. The operating system is incredibly scalable and delivers superior performance backed by the innovative power of Microsoft.

Some of Windows 2003's improvements over previous Windows Server versions include better Message Queuing, Active Directory, Group Policy, scripting, disk management, and command line tools. Microsoft also added features like Automated System Recovery with a backup system to restore lost files and Manage Your Server, a tool that gives the administrator control over the server's functionality.

Steadfast Networks offers an updated version, Windows 2003 Standard Edition R2, for our Cloud Platform customers. Some improvements to the R2 software include an Administration Tools Pack and remote hardware features for better server manageability, additional Active Directory components, improved disk and file management features, access to Windows SharePoint services, and the inclusion of server virtualization via a licensing policy allowing up to four virtual servers per physical copy of the software.

For dedicated server customers, Steadfast Networks offers a choice between Windows 2003 Web and Standard editions. The main difference between the two versions is that because the web edition was designed for building and hosting web page applications, and it is a slightly smaller installation that doesn't include the Standard edition's full complement of features.

How to Get Windows 2003 Cloud Hosting

The Windows 2003 Standard Edition R2 operating system is available for all of our Steadfast Networks Cloud Platform customers. For just $20 per month, clients get access to all our great cloud hosting features as well as dozens of JumpBox applications and a choice of operating system.

How to Get a Windows 2003 Dedicated Server

Simple – our dedicated server customers can opt to have Windows 2003 installed on their systems. Leasing a dedicated server starts at just $79.95 per month, and we charge an additional $20 per month for Windows 2003 Web Edition, or $30 per month for Windows 2003 Standard Edition.

Please note that although Steadfast Networks is happy to make Windows Server 2003 available to our Cloud Platform and dedicated server customers, we are unable to provide dedicated support for this software. Windows 2003 is specifically recommended for users whose intended software choices are not compatible with Windows Server 2008 R2 or for users who need to run a 32-bit version of Windows.

Windows 2003 System Requirements

The following requirements correlate with Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition:

For an x86-based computer
550MHz CPU (minimum) - up to four processors per computer are supported
256MB RAM (minimum recommended) - 4GB RAM is the maximum supported
1.25 GB free space (minimum)

For an x64-based computer
1.4 GHz CPU (minimum) - up to four processors per computer are supported
512 MB RAM (minimum) - 4GB RAM is the maximum supported
4GB free space (minimum)

The Web Edition requires the same minimums as the x86-based Standard Edition. For additional installation tips and hardware compatibility information, check out the System Requirements page.

Video: How To Install Windows 2003 Server Quick & Simple

Tips, Tricks, and Documentation

Microsoft's website offers plenty of great information on Windows 2003. Check out Documentation, the Support Center, and the Windows Server 2003 Library. The Windows Server Forums are another great resource for learning more about Windows 2003.

You can also visit the below sites for more great tips and tricks to enrich your understanding of Windows 2003: