|
|
Windows 2000
<operating system> (Win2k, W2k, NT5, Windows NT 5.0) An
operating system developed by Microsoft Corporation for
PCs and servers, as the successor to Windows NT 4.0.
Early beta versions were referred to as "Windows NT 5.0".
Windows 2000 was officially released on 2000-02-17.
Windows 2000 is most commonly used on Intel x86 and
Pentium processors, with a DEC Alpha version rumoured.
Unlike Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000 is not available for
PowerPC or MIPS.
Windows 2000's user interface is very similar to Windows
95 or Windows NT 4.0 with integrated Internet Explorer, or
to Windows 98.
It is available in four flavours:
- Professional: the client version, meant for desktop
workstations, successor to Windows NT Workstation.
- Server: "entry-level" server, designed for small
deployments, and departmental file, print, or intranet
servers.
- Advanced Server: high throughput, larger scale servers
and applications, and small to medium scale web sites.
- Data Center Server: software for large-scale server
clusters (in development as of 2000-03-14).
New features in Windows 2000 include:
- Active Directory.
- Greatly improved built-in security mechanisms, including
Kerberos-based authentication, public key support, an
encrypting file system, and IPsec support.
- Integrated web browser - Internet Explorer 5.0.
- Integrated web server - IIS 5.0
- Terminal services for displaying application interfaces on
remote computers (similar to X-Windows).
- File protection that prevents user programs from
accidentally deleting or overwriting critical system files.
- Improved hardware support, including Plug-and-Play, DVD,
IEEE-1394 (FireWire), USB, infra-red, PCMCIA, ACPI,
laptop computers.
- Improved user interface, including a single point to control
the entire system.
- Improved management tools, including remote administration.
Minimum system requirements, according to Microsoft, are
Pentium-133 MHz CPU, 64 MB RAM, 650 MB of hard
disk space. These are for W2K Professional, others require
more.
Many operating systems compete with Windows 2000, including
the Apple MacOS, Linux, FreeBSD, OpenBSD, NetBSD,
Sun Solaris, IBM AIX, Hewlett-Packard HP-UX, SGI
Irix. Novell's NDS also provides a service similar to
Active Directory.
Windows 2000 will be followed by Windows XP Professional and
Windows 2002.
Home.
Usenet newsgroups: news:microsoft.public.windows2000,
news:comp.os.ms-windows.
(2002-01-28)
Try this search on OneLook / Google
Nearby terms:
Windows « Windows 1 « Windows 2 « Windows 2000 » Windows/286 » Windows 2K » Windows 3.0
This article was derived from the Free Online Dictionary of Computers and is available under ther terms of the GNU Free Documentation License.
NetoDragon 56K V.92 PCI Data/Fax ModemNetoDragon 56K V.92 PCI Data/Fax Modem ** 56K v.92 PCI Data/Fax Modem with NetoDragon Chipset **Add a 56k modem to any PC with an available PCI slot. Evenas broadband becomes more widely available, it is usefulto have modem for times when broadband goes down, or ifyou or your customers are in an area where it is unavailable.General Features:- 56K v.92 Data/Fax Modem- PCI Interface- NetoDragon (formerly Motorola) MDV92XP Soft Chipset - Telephone Out, Modem In Standard RJ-11 Jacks- Video Conference Ready- Supports H.324Supported Standards and Protocols:- ITU-T v.92/v.90 56,000bps- 48000bps Data Transmit Rate (v.92)- 56000bps Data Download Rate (v.90)- 14400bps Fax Transmit Rate (Group 3)- 33600bps Data Transmit Rate (v.34)Compatible Operating Systems:- Windows 95- Windows 98- Windows ME- Windows 2000- Windows XPPackage Includes:- PCI Modem- Phone Cord- Drivers and Software on CD-ROM- Installation GuideNotes:- Driver CD may vary, but contents are the same Compatibility/Requirements/Disclosures:** Requirements *** Available PCI Slot* CD-ROM Drive to Install Drivers and Software* Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, or XP* Pentium 233MHz CPU or better (Cyrix/AMD/Celeron: 300MHz or better)* 8MB RAM* Dial Up Internet Service** Disclosures *** Please note: At the end of the installation guide somespurious information appears about installing in XP. Pleaseignore this information, this was meant for another modem. * Drive discs may vary, but contents are the same More ...
6-Ft Joystick Extension Cable with Y Connector6-Ft Joystick Extension Cable with Y Connector ** 6-Ft Joystick Extension Cable with Y Connector **- Add distance to your existing joystick - Standard game port connector - Y connector which allows for connection of 1 or 2 joysticks More ...
2003 Gamepack of the Year - 101 Games2003 Gamepack of the Year - 101 Games This collection of America's favorite games will provide hours of entertainment for the entire family. Whether you're looking for the fast-paced action of cards, working on your skills to become a pool shark or looking for some intellectual fun with mind benders, this Gamepack has it ALL! Windows 98/ME/2000/XP More ...
KWorld Xpert DVD Maker PCI Video Capture CardKWorld Xpert DVD Maker PCI Video Capture Card ** KWorld V-Stream Xpert DVD Maker **Convert any video tape movies and send the image easily to your PC for editing and saving in VCD, SVCD, and DVD format with the Xpert DVD Maker! The Xpert DVD maker features a high-quality 10-bit NTSC/PAL/SECAM composite and S-video decoder, video resolutions up to 720 x 480 @ 30fps, and aPCI interface. With the CyberLink PowerProducer 2 Gold software, you can easily capture and burn any videos from any video source such as DVD Player / VCD / VHS /Camcorder and burn to to DVD without using any extra hard drive space! Get yours today!General Features:- Conexant CX23883-19 chipset- PCI interface- 10-bit NTSC/PAL/SECAM composite and S-video decoder- 720 x 480 @ 30 fps video resolution (NTSC)- 720 x 576 @ 25 fps video resolution (PAL)- Capture video source from VHS, HI8, etc.- Supports Mpeg4, Mpeg2, and Mpeg1 format- Capture BMP and JPEG still image format- Burn video to DVD/VCD/SVCD- Automatic NTSC/PAL detection- S-Video external connectorRetail Package Includes:- Xpert DVD Maker- User manual- Installation CD w/Power Producer 2 Gold & PVR Plus- Video and audio converter cableNote:- Model: VS-L883D Compatibility/Requirements/Disclosures:** Requirements *** Pentium 700 MMX processor or higher* Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP* 128 MB RAM* 16 MB VGA card w/800 x 600 16-bit resolution* Sound card* CD-ROM drive* Available PCI slot Informational Links:http://www.kworld.com.twhttp://www.kworld.com.tw/pindex.asp?id=19&pid=24 More ...
NEC VGA 10.4-Inch Color TFT LCD NL6448BC33-46NEC VGA 10.4-Inch Color TFT LCD NL6448BC33-46 ** NEC VGA 10.4-Inch Color TFT LCD NL6448BC33-46 **General Features:- NL6448BC33-46 - Screen 10.4 diagonal screen - Drive method Amorphous Si TFT active-matrix - Display area 211.2(H) x 158.4(V)mm - Number of pixels 640 x 480 - Display color 262,144 colors - Pixel pitch 0.33(H) x 0.33(V)mm - Pixel arrangement RGB vertical stripe - Luminance 350cd/m2 typical - Backlight 2 cold cathode fluorescent lamps - Backlight inverter None - Contrast ratio 300:1 typical - Viewing angle Up 45o, down 55o, right 70o, left 70o typical - Response time 15ms typical. - Input signals Digital RGB(6bits), dot clock, H-sync, V-sync - Power requirements 3.3V(or 5V) - Power consumption 6.2W typical - Operating temperature 0oC to +50oC - Storage temperature -20oC to +60oC - Outline dimensions 243(W) x 185.1(H) x 11.5 max.(D)mm - Weight Approx. 530g More ...
LG 48x24x48 CDRW &16x DVD-ROM IDE Drive (Black)LG 48x24x48 CDRW &16x DVD-ROM IDE Drive (Black) ** LG 48 x 24 x 48 CDRW & 16x DVD-ROM IDE Drive **Burn your own CDs, back-up data, and even watch your favorite DVD movies with this LG GCC-4481B combo drive. It features write speeds up to 48x, rewrite speeds at 24x, and read speeds up to 48x. This drive also reads DVDs at 16x. Complete with SuperLink buffer underrun technology and a 2 MB buffer, this LG drive will provide years of reliable operation. Get yours today!General Features:- Black bezel- 48x maximum write speed- 24x maximum rewrite speed- 48x maximum read speed (CD)- 16x maximum read speed (DVD)- 2 MB buffer- SuperLink buffer underrun technology- 110 ms average access time (CD)- 120 ms average access time (DVD)- E-IDE/ATAPI interface- Motorized tray loading- Horizontal or vertical mountFront Panel Features:- Eject/Load button- LED activity indicator- Emergency eject holeRear Panel Features:- Digital audio connector- Analog audio connector- Jumper settings- IDE interface- 4-pin power connectorSupported Disc Formats:- CD-ROM- CD-ROM/XA- CD Audio- CD-DA- CD Extra- Mixed Mode- Photo CD- CD-I- Video CD- CD Text- CD Plus- CD-R- CD-RW- DVD (single, dual-sided)- DVD-R- DVD-RWSupported Write Methods:- Disc at once (DAO)- Session at once (SAO)- Track at once (TAO)- Packet writing (variable, fixed)- Multi-sessionRegulatory Approvals:- UL- FCC- CE- VCCI- BSMI- TUVNotes:- Drive only- LG model: GCC-4481B Compatibility/Requirements/Disclosures: ** Requirements *** IDE controller* IDE cable* Available 5.25-inch drive bay* Available 4-pin power connector* Burning software* DVD decoder (hardware or software)* Blank recordable media More ...
|
