This category is specifically designed to contain documentation regarding the process and procedures of server maintenance.
Microsoft will end support for Windows Server 2016 on January 12, 2027, after which the operating system will no longer receive security updates, bug fixes, or technical support. Systems that remain on Windows Server 2016 after this date may be exposed to security risks and may fall out of compliance with Dartmouth’s Information Security Policy, so system owners should begin planning to migrate, replace, or decommission these servers.
Nutanix recovery points are a feature of the Nutanix hypervisor platform that allows administrators to create a point-in-time copy of a virtual machine’s local disk for backup, testing, or other purposes.
RedHat has declared that support for RedHat version 7 (RHEL 7) will end on June 30, 2024, leaving servers without security updates and vulnerable to cyber threats. Dartmouth College's Information Security Policy requires compliance by updating systems, hence operating RHEL 7 post-end-of-support is not permissible. Options for affected systems include migrating to hosted solutions, decommissioning, or upgrading servers. Prompt action is advised to ensure security and compliance, with consultation