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Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 will be the next version of the Windows Server operating system from Microsoft. Building on the features and capabilities of the current Windows Server 2008 release version, Windows Server 2008 R2 allows you to create organization solutions that are easier to plan, deploy, and manage than previous versions of Windows Server.

Developing upon the increased security, reliability, and performance provided by Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2 extends connectivity and control to local and remote resources. This means your organizations can benefit from reduced costs and increased efficiencies gained through enhanced management and control over resources across the enterprise.

Top 10 Reasons to Upgrade to Windows Server 2008 R2

1. Powerful Hardware and Scaling Features
2. Reduced Power Consumption
3. Hyper-V™ in Windows Server 2008 R2
4. Increased Desktop Management Efficiencies
5. Easier and More Efficient Server Management
6. PowerShell 2.0
7. Ubiquitous Remote Access
8. Improved Branch Office Performance and Management
9. Simplified Management for SMBs
10. The Strongest Web and Application Server To Date

[taken from http://download.microsoft.com/download/f/2/1/f2146213-4ac0-4c50-b69a-12428ff0b077/Top_10_Reasons_to_Upgrade_to_WS08R2.doc]

DOWNLOAD:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2008/en/us/R2-Download.aspx

REVIEWER’S GUIDE:
http://download.microsoft.com/download/6/E/3/6E3E4529-27E3-48EC-B7E7-1A93242D3AE1/Windows_Server_2008_R2_Reviewers_Guide_(BETA).doc