For example, the MaxBandwidth property setting can be different for each virtual site. However, metabase properties are inherited. This means that those parameters that are configured at higher levels, such as the Web site level, will affect the lower levels. But if you set a specific property for an individual site, virtual site, or virtual directory, changes made at a higher level will not automatically override the lower-level individual setting. Note that when the metabase is searched for configuration information, it is enumerated from the bottom, or subkey, to top, or node.
Additional tools are also available for further tuning of the metabase.
Caution Configuring properties in the metabase incorrectly can cause problems, including the failure of a Web site or FTP site. If you make mistakes, your Web site or FTP site's configuration could be damaged. You should edit metabase properties only for settings that you cannot adjust in the user interface. Be very careful whenever you edit the metabase directly. Run this script using CScript, which is installed with the Windows Scripting Host as part of the Windows NT Option Pack.