Chapter 6. Work with IIS 7.0

IN THIS CHAPTER

• Install the Web Server Role

• Create, Configure, and Manage New Websites

• Secure Websites

• Delegate Rights Assignments

• Use the Command Line with IIS 7.0

• Improve IIS 7.0 Performance

• See What’s New in Windows Server 2008 R2

Install the Web Server Role

Scenario/Problem:

You have been given the task of hosting an intranet site for your company. This will be the first website deployed for the company, and you will need to install the Web Server role on one of your Windows Server 2008 machines.

Solution: You can use Server Manager to install the Web Server role on a Windows Server 2008 machine. When you do so, IIS 7.0 is installed. IIS 7.0 has been restructured in order to improve the following: ...

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