Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 and Exchange 2000 Server
support using a server architecture that distributes server tasks among
front-end servers and back-end servers. In this architecture, a front-end
server accepts requests from clients. Then, the front-end server proxies the
requests to the appropriate back-end server for processing.
The
"Exchange Server 2003 and Exchange 2000 Server Front-End and Back-End Topology"
guide discusses how Exchange Server supports the front-end server and back-end
server architecture. This guide also describes several front-end and back-end
scenarios. This guide provides recommendations for configuration and for
troubleshooting.
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