Here is a blurb from Sun explaining the difference between its Desktop and
Server versions of Solaris for Intel and SPARC. I was explaining in -STABLE
how Linux distributors are making selling versions of Linux for desktops and
servers. An interesting note is many new servers don't come with a floppy
drive, only a CD-ROM drive.
There are cost differences in the Solaris line.
Anyhow, I don't expect FreeBSD to follow this marketing tactic anytime soon
(hope not). A press of a button is all you should need to turn
a desktop version into a server version. There is too much to deal with
trying to keep the program.
- Ken
What's difference between Solaris x86 Server and Solaris x86 Desktop?
Intel version
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There is absolutely no difference, other than what you are licensed to do
with it. You get exactly the same software with the two products.
SPARC version
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This is not the case with Sparc server, where the server product contains
more CDs with some additional software. If you want something like Solstice
AdminSuite, you have to order it separately.
About licensing
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The Solaris desktop license restricts you from using the system as "any type
of server" (other than print or NIS). or supporting more than two continuous
users. Read your license for details. A Server Upgrade License is available.
Ken
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