Windows Server Administration Articles
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This section contains articles and resources for Windows Server administration. The topics covered include user management, firewall configuration, and software installation.
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Content Management Systems for Windows
Read more: Content Management Systems for WindowsExplore secure, Core-Managed Windows Server hosting for enterprise CMS platforms like Kentico, Sitefinity, Sitecore, and Elcom at Liquid Web.
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Creating Windows File Shares
Read more: Creating Windows File SharesWindows file shares facilitate sharing file contents between servers, aiding migrations or data accessibility.
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Editing File and Folder Permissions on Windows Servers
Read more: Editing File and Folder Permissions on Windows ServersOn Windows servers, adjust folder permissions via Remote Desktop Protocol, navigating to each resource and modifying Security settings. Active Directory integration may require extra steps for local versus AD permissions.
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Enabling Detailed Error Messages in Windows
Read more: Enabling Detailed Error Messages in WindowsIIS — and also using classic ASP — defaults to providing very little error information. Fortunately, you can add a rule to your domain’s web.config file to display more detailed error messages.
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Forcing SSL Connections on Windows Servers
Read more: Forcing SSL Connections on Windows ServersTo ensure every website visitor uses a secure (SSL) connection, adjust IIS to redirect http://mysite.com to https://mysite.com. This article explains how.
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Getting Started with Active Directory as a Service (ADaaS)
Read more: Getting Started with Active Directory as a Service (ADaaS)Managed Microsoft Active Directory (ADaaS) is a LiquidWeb MES (Managed Engineered Service) offering where we fully support and assist in managing a dedicated ADDS implementation for customer use.
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Installing an SSL Certificate on a Windows Core Managed Server
Read more: Installing an SSL Certificate on a Windows Core Managed ServerInstalling SSL on a Core-Managed server involves CSR creation, SSL acquisition, certificate completion, and binding to the website(s).
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Internet Information Services (IIS): Your Windows Web Server Guide
Read more: Internet Information Services (IIS): Your Windows Web Server GuideYour guide to mastering IIS. Learn to add sites, configure FTP, install SSLs, create redirects, and set up custom error pages on Windows Server.