The document provides information about configuring and administering a server. It discusses server specifications, compatibility, configuration and testing. It defines what a server and network operating system are. The document outlines different server types including file, print, application, mail, terminal and remote access servers. It also covers client support, communication, users and groups, Windows server editions, UNIX/Linux servers, network computer groups, and items that need to be configured on a server like services, authentication, and authorization.