Network Operating System

Network Operating System

Topic Objectives:
• Describe on what is a Network
Operating System
• Learn on what is a Client and a Server
• Peer-to-peer
 Network Operating System
A network operating system (NOS) is a
computer operating system; a system that is
designed primarily to support workstation,
personal computer, and, in some instances,
older terminal that are connected on a local
area network (LAN).
 The term network operating system is
generally reserved for software that
enhances a basic operating system by adding
networking features.
Novell Netware, Artisoft's LANtastic,
Microsoft Windows Server, and Windows NT
are examples of a NOS.
 Features of NOS
1. Basic operating system features support
like protocol support, processor
support, hardware detection and
multiprocessing support for applications
2. Security features like authentication,
restrictions, authorizations and access
control
3. Features for file, Web service, printing and
replication
4. Directory and name services management
5. User management features along with
provisions for remote access and system
management
6. Internetworking features like routing and
WAN ports
7. Clustering capabilities
 Common tasks associated with NOS
1. User administration
2. System maintenance activities like
backup
3. Tasks associated with file management
4. Security monitoring on all resources in
the network
5. Setting priority to print jobs in the
network
What is a Client?
 Client
It is a piece of computer hardware or software
that accesses a service made available by a
server. The server is often (but not always) on
another computer system, in which case the
client accesses the service by way of a network.
The term applies to programs or devices that
are part of a client–server model.
A client is the requesting program or
user in a client/server relationship.
For example, the user of a Web
browser is effectively making client
requests for pages from servers all
over the Web.
 The browser itself is a client in its
relationship with the computer that
is getting and returning the
requested HTML file. The computer
handling the request and sending
back the HTML file is a server.
What is a Server?
 Server
It is a computer or computer program
that manages access to a centralized
resource or service in a network.
In computer networking, a server is a
computer designed to process requests and
deliver data to other (client) computers over
a local network or the Internet.
 Many types of servers exist, including
web servers, mail servers, and file servers.
Each type runs software specific to the
purpose of the server.
For example, a Web server may run
Apache HTTP Server or Microsoft IIS, which
both provide access to websites over the
Internet.
 Windows Server
Windows Server is a group of
operating systems designed by
Microsoft that supports enterprise
level management, data storage,
applications, and communications.
A series of server operating
systems developed by Microsoft
Corporation.
 Windows servers are more
powerful versions of their desktop
operating system counterparts and
are designed to more efficiently
handle corporate networking,
Internet/intranet hosting,
databases, enterprise-scale
messaging and similar functions.
 Previous versions of Windows Server have
focused on stability, security, networking, and
various improvements to the file system.
Other improvements also have included
improvements to deployment technologies, as
well as increased hardware support. Microsoft
has also created specialized SKUs of Windows
Server that focus on the home and small
business markets.
Windows Server 2012 R2 is the latest
release of Windows Server, and focuses on cloud
computing.
 Windows
Microsoft products are regarded as the
standard option for most businesses.
Most IT admins are comfortable using either
Windows Server 2008 and 2012.
According to Microsoft's website, 2008's
mainstream support will end in 2015, with
extended support ending in 2020.
Cost is also an important factor; license fees
are expensive. The more employees you have, the
more expensive it will become.
 “Selecting the right platform is
important for the health of your business.
It's worth building a test system running
your preferred OS so you can spot any
issues and check security and performance
prior to going live, with minimal disruption
for your users.”
David Barker is the technical director
of 4D Data Centres
 Versions of Windows Server
 Windows Server 2012 R2
 Windows Server 2012
 Windows Server 2008 R2
 Windows Server 2008
 Windows Server 2003 R2
 Windows Server 2003
 Windows Server 2000
 Windows NT 4.0
 Windows NT 3.51
 Windows NT 3.5
 Windows NT 3.1
 Types of Network Operating System
Peer-to-peer network operating system
users are allowed to share resources and files
located on their computers and access shared
resources from others. This system is not based
with having a file server or centralized
management source. A peer-to-peer network
sets all connected computers equal; they all
share the same abilities to use resources
available on the network
Peer-to-Peer
 Peer-to-Peer
Advantages
– Ease of setup
– Less hardware needed, no server needs to be
purchased.
Disadvantages
– No central location for storage.
– Lack of security that a client/server type offers
 Types of Network Operating System
Client/Server Network Operating Systems can
be based on a client/server architecture in
which a server enables multiple clients to share
resources. Client/server network operating
systems allow the network to centralize functions
and applications in one or more dedicated file
servers. The server is the center of the system,
allowing access to resources and instituting
security.
Client/Server Network
 Client/Server
Advantages
– Centralized servers are more stable.
– Security is provided through the server.
– New technology and hardware can be easily
integrated into the system.
– Servers are able to be accessed remotely from
different locations and types of systems.
Disadvantages
– Cost of buying and running a server are high.
– Dependence on a central location for operation.
– Requires regular maintenance and updates.
 Examples
Peer-to-Peer
– Bittorrent
– Napster and Gnutella
– Windows for Workgroups
– AppleShare
Client/Server
– Windows Server
– Linux Server
– Mac OS X Server
Domain vs Workgroup
 Domain
It is a group of computers and devices
on a network that are administered as a unit
with common rules and procedures. Within
the Internet, domains are defined by the IP
address. All devices sharing a common part
of the IP address are said to be in the same
domain.
 Workgroup
In computer networking, a workgroup is a
collection of computers on a local area network
(LAN) that share common resources and
responsibilities. Workgroups provide easy sharing
of files, printers and other network resources.
The Microsoft Windows family of operating
systems supports assigning of computers to
named workgroups.
 Quiz
Direction: Multiple Choice. Select the best answer.
1.A system that is designed primarily to support
workstation, personal computer, and, in some
instances, older terminal that are connected on a
local area network (LAN).
a. Windows Server
b. Network operating system
c. Workgroup
d. Server
2.It is a piece of computer hardware or software
that accesses a service made available by a
server.
a. Server
b. Client
c. Domain
d. Workgroup
3.It is a computer or computer program that
manages access to a centralized resource or
service in a network.
a. Server
b. Client
c. Domain
d. Workgroup
4.is a group of operating systems designed by
Microsoft that supports enterprise level
management, data storage, applications, and
communications.
a. Windows Server
b. Network operating system
c. Workgroup
d. Server
5.a server enables multiple clients to share
resources.
a. Network operating system
b. Client/Server Network Operating Systems
c. Windows Server
d. Workgroup
6.It is a group of computers and devices on a
network that are administered as a unit with
common rules and procedures
a. Server
b. Client
c. Domain
d. Workgroup
7. Is a collection of computers on a local area
network (LAN) that share common resources
and responsibilities.
a. Server
b. Client
c. Domain
d. Workgroup
 Answer
1. B
2. B
3. A
4. A
5. B
6. C
7. D