Now what can I do with it?

On a side note, this release seems to be ready for sale. I mean all necessary functions are there. So what's the hold up?

there are alot of bugs still
you will notice them if you use .net with a wide variety of software

Using .Net Advanced Server here... isn't it cool? Really, in order to fully 'play' around with it, you'll need to set up a domain controller, with active directory. The 'Manage your server' is a great place to start.

I thought only Standard and Enterprise (32 and 64 bit) Editions can be downloaded. The "Manage Your Server" wizard is great for setting things up for the uninitiated.

by advanced server he means enterprise server

Oops! :p I guess I was just thinking of Windows 2000 Advanced Sever.. Sorry for the confusion.

well all through the betas up until beta 3 it was refered to as advaced server

Also, interestingly enough, with RC2, Microsoft is going to change the name to .Net Server 2003... Well, ok.. it's not that interesting.