Windows Server 2008 has an additional role installed called Windows Server Backup (WSB). Backup consists of a Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-in, command-line tools, and Windows PowerShell cmdlets.
- You can protect the entire server without using a separate backup and recovery technology
- Backup entire server or selected volumes
- Use wizards, tools, and the Complete PC Restore feature to assist in recovering a server
- Full support for Volume Shadow Copy service (VSS)
- Easier to restore to a point in time
- Can use Backup to provide application recovery
- Improved scheduling utility
- Better remote administration both from the GUI and through Windows PowerShell
