Hello guys I have had a Linux server for like 3 years. Easy to set up for web hosting and adding users. FTP Email etc all easy to set up.How ever I am a true Windows user at home and I recently purchased a Windows Server running 2008 SP1 about 60 days ago and I must say it is very difficult to set up. It took me days to figure out how to set up email, and now I am stuck setting up ftp services.Is there any help on these issues. This box is to be used for web hosting is that a good idea?ThanksRKJ

Hi, I am sorry to hear that you encountered some problems in configuring mail access on Windows Server 2003. Actually, Windows Server 2008 is designed for easy usage and access. I understand that you are used to Linux server before. As you know, due to the difference between Linux and Windows Server 2008, there may be a learning curve for you to get used to Windows server. Hope you like it when you get more familiar with it. J Yes, Windows Server 2008 can be used as a web server. To configure FTP on Windows Server 2008, I suggest that you refer to the following links: FTP 7 for IIS 7.0 http://learn.iis.net/page.aspx/356/ftp-7-for-iis-70/ And the following topics will be helpful for you: Creating a New FTP Site Using FTP Over SSL Configure FTP with IIS 7.0 Manager Authentication Using FSRM Folder Quotas with FTP Installing FTP Publishing Service for IIS 7.0 http://www.trainsignaltraining.com/windows-server-2008-ftp-iis7/2008-04-25/ In addition, if you encounter any problems in configuring FTP in IIS, I suggest that you post it in the IIS forum. The support professionals there are better qualified to assist you. IIS Discussions http://forums.iis.net/ Best Regards, Vincent Hu

Thank you for your kind reply. I will try those links and hopefully get my win 2008 server up and running. Right now I feel like I wasted my money on server 2008 and the box rental. As a web server provider I can not get things working properly to allow my customers to create web pages and email. I even purchased Helm control panel.

Hi, Because you are a professional of Linux, so I understand that you are not familar with Windows Server, it will take your a little time to be aware of Windows Server. Windows Server 2008 is designed for easy usage and access. You will find it is very helpful to your business. Best Regards,Vincent Hu