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Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Terminal Services

4. System Configuration

Posted by Benny Tritsch on September 10, 2008

[Configuration] [Connection Options] [RemoteApp] [Web Access]

 

Windows Server 2008 Terminal Services is configured after installation and, if necessary, during operation using a specific tool: Terminal Services configuration. This tool allows you to modify the parameters for connections and server settings.

IMPORTANT: Terminal Services settings have a relatively high priority level and can overwrite the corresponding client or user account options. Only Group Policies have a higher priority level than Terminal Services configuration. The hierarchy (descending) is clear: Group Policies – Terminal Services configuration – User configuration – Client configuration. User configuration and client configuration details are discussed in the following pages.

However, before we introduce you in detail to Terminal Services configuration, it is important that you understand the meaning of connection options in terms of terminal servers.

NOTE: Unlike many other administration tools, Terminal Services Configuration is explained in great detail in this book because it is central to the administration of a terminal server, it is a key topic. Furthermore, this tool can serve a vital role in explaining the basic mechanisms of terminal servers.

 

 

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4	Configuration
4.1	Server Settings and Connection Options
4.2	Terminal Services RemoteApp
4.3	Terminal Services Web Access Essentials