Introduction to Servers

Info

Level: Beginner
Presenter: Eli the Computer Guy
Date Created: March 23, 2010
Length of Class: 52 Minutes
Tracks

Servers
Prerequisites

None
Purpose of Class

Discusses what servers are and misconceptions about them.
Topics Covered

Definition of a Server
Server Operating Systems
Server Hardware
Server Functions
Class Notes

Defining a Server
A server provides services to other computers on a network. A server can be an expensive Windows 2008 Server, or a simple Windows XP Home computer with a shared printer.
Operating System
Server Operating Systems are more stable and secure then Desktop operating Systems
Server Operating Systems and their Software are generally much more expensive then Desktop counterparts
Server Operating Systems are generally not as easy to administer as Desktop Operating Systems
Hardware
A Server can use ANY hardware to operate, but Server Hardware is made to be more reliable then desktop hardware.
Xeon Processors are standard processors used in servers
Redundant Power Supply allow one power Supply to Fail while the Server is Still Running
RAID -- Allows for a Hard Drive to fail without crashing the Server
ECC RAM is RAM that does a self test. It is more stable then regular RAM, but much more expensive.
Types of Servers
Software features -- multiple features can be on one box
Security and Authentication gives access to network resources
Print Servers share printers on a network
File Servers share files on a network
Web/ FTP Servers provide websites on a network
Mail Servers provide email routing for an organization
Database Servers store data for outside applications
Remote Access Servers allow Internet users to access the internal network. Usually a VPN connection.
Final Thoughts...
Buy what you need... Many people buy a $5000 server when all they need is a Dell bargain bin system.

[rorygrignard]

This content is still so relevant and valuable over ten years after it was created. Straight forward and to the point. Cheers Eli 🤙

[krantimadineni]

The thing I liked about your videos is it's not blah, blah, blah...You teach us from basics as if we don't know anything and clear the basics very well and the true part is really we have lot of doubts on our basics...Which are cleared by your teaching. Thank you very much, Eli The Real Teacher...

[shanebagel]

This LEGEND is helping me achieve IT skills like no other youtuber. What a god damn legend. Thank you sir

[reallycooluleh]

8 years on and this video is still the most clear cut video on youtube to help distinguishing if I need a server and to know if I need a server or a SERVER.... it's also somewhat hilarious, thanks Eli

[evastam]

Crystal clear. Thanks to these tutorials I learn SOOO much easier about computers. I like also that the information is told a few times after each other. Gives me some time to make notes in the meanwhile. And somehow I dont forget it after a while. Once I have seen the video, I just know it and remember it. Great, great teacher. Thanks a lot!!

[BijouBakson]

I completed a qualification in ICT professional but straight afterwards I went on doing other stuff. Lately I decided to get back into it as my job requires some expertise in computing. Reading my old lectures was a little bit of a challenge, until I found your course Eli. Truly a great mentor. This is 6 years old and still very relevant. Thank you.

[MrHyde]

Been going through your videos for 4 days now. Thanks man, good job.

[CAcationu]

Thanks so much for such a simple and thorough introduction to servers. You've explained it very clearly and I don't even have lingering questions. Looking forward to seeing the rest of your classes.

[dawittadesse]

Its extraordinarily amazing lecture, No one can have enough words to appreciate your skill and owesomeness, helpful attitude. SO POSITIVE. CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH!

[Cwangan]

Just want to say, thanks for producing your videos exactly in this way! Someone in front of me, speaking clearly and elaborating on difficult concepts with simple diagrams and writing. Thanks again

[matblackgraviton]

Eli- I much appreciate your dedication to putting these classes/videos together for us dummies... You're doing a great job, and I hope you keep it up.

[PTwolf]

You're the best. I'm watching you at 1.5x speed, reminding me of what I already know and teaching all the gaps that I don't know. Thanks Bud Eli.

[KAAPNW]

Even after 10 years I found this video very informative, thank you so much for putting it out there.

[TheFlyguy]

I like the way you repeat the essential and important information to get your point across. I always enjoy your videos :)

[mrgardena]

Eli, I would like to thank you for creating this awesome Introduction to Servers class. It has really helped me a lot with my IT career.

[acidmardigras]

Eli this is one of your early videos. I just want to say thanks for all the info you have provided for so many. Many landed jobs due to your awesome method of teaching. Others attempt to personalize teaching and fail miserably. Thanks, for everything.

[dan-simi]

2018 and is still relevant, great job Eli.

[javazomb]

I appreciate these lessons, Eli! I received my first job as QA, and I've realized that knowing at least a little about many things is helpful (in addition to your own job description, of course). Knowing my own duties is great, but not entirely sufficient. Having a basic mental map of everything related to a software product makes me tremendously more helpful at work.

[jeffreyspino]

This is one of the first videos I have watch of yours Sir. Thank you for an outstanding job! I look forward to watching many more.

[kewalagrawal]

As soon as he said flash...I had to check the date on which this video was uploaded 🤣