rocks@nmsu.edu (Dave Rocks) (04/23/91)
I received a number of responses to my request about the choice between Netware 2.2 and 2.15 and the ability to run Windows on a non-dedicated server. More responses went to the newsgroup than came to me directly, but the gist of the comments were the same. I am sorry about the small brushfire that got started, but that's life on the internet. So, Herewith are the results. A) EVERYONE recommended 2.2 over 2.15. There were no war stories about 2.2, but it has been out only a short while. The packaging, both in terms of pricing and installation, were the most mentioned strengths. In short, 2.2 is NOT the bleeding edge and the best route for my situation. B) FAQ#127b. Dedicated servers are ALWAYS better than non-dedicated. Life doesn't always give us choice here. c) On a non-dedicated Novell server, Windows can only run in REAL mode, which means why bother? In my particular case it means I CANNOT run the app in question(OMNIS 5) and so I am going to recommend a dedicated server, or, if they can't afford that, to realign their planned usage for the machines to activities that do have a chance to run on a non-dedicated server. Thanks to one and all for the help. Dave Rocks New Mexico State University