Windows NT Architecture
Abstract
Windows NT is a 32-bit, preemptive multitasking operating system that includes comprehensive networking capabilities and several levels of security. Microsoft markets two version of Windows NT: one for workstations — appropriately named Windows NT Workstation — and a second for servers — Windows NT Server. This chapter, which describes the workings of the NT architecture, collectively references both versions as Windows NT when information is applicable to both versions of the operating system. Similarly it references a specific version of the operating system when the information presented is specific to either Windows NT Workstation or Windows NT Server.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Security and Verification in Computing
Cloud Computing and Remote Desktop Technologies
Healthcare Technology and Patient Monitoring
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Auerbach Publications eBooks
- Pages
- 449–456
- Publication date
- 6 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter