What is DFSR?

DFSR stands for Distributed File System Replication, which is a feature in Windows Server that enables organizations to replicate folders and files across multiple servers and sites. DFSR is used to keep the contents of multiple file servers in sync with each other, enabling users to access the same data regardless of which server they connect to.

DFSR uses a multi-master replication model, which means that changes made to files and folders on one server are automatically replicated to other servers in the DFSR replication group. DFSR replicates only changed portions of files, resulting in more efficient use of network bandwidth and faster replication times.

DFSR can be used in two modes: standalone mode and domain mode. Standalone mode is used when DFSR is used to replicate files between servers in a workgroup environment. Domain mode is used when DFSR is used to replicate files between servers in an Active Directory domain.

DFSR includes several features that enable administrators to monitor and manage the replication process, including:

• File filtering: Administrators can specify which files and folders to replicate, and which files and folders to exclude from replication.
• Conflict resolution: DFSR includes a conflict resolution mechanism that resolves conflicts when two or more users change the same file at the same time.
• Bandwidth throttling: Administrators can limit the amount of network bandwidth that DFSR uses for replication, which can help to prevent replication from affecting other network traffic.
• Reporting: DFSR provides detailed reporting and logging of replication activity, which enables administrators to monitor the health and performance of the replication process.

In summary, DFSR is a feature in Windows Server that enables organizations to replicate folders and files across multiple servers and sites. DFSR uses a multi-master replication model, and includes several features that enable administrators to monitor and manage the replication process.

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