Windows Server 2022 Standard is a robust server operating system designed for a variety of business needs, from small to large enterprises. Here are the key features and characteristics:
Key Features:
Hybrid Cloud Integration: Enhanced capabilities for integrating with Azure services, allowing for hybrid cloud scenarios and improved management of on-premises and cloud resources.
Security Enhancements: Features like secured-core server, which provides advanced protection against hardware and firmware attacks, and improved Windows Defender for enhanced threat protection.
Improved Performance: Optimizations for performance, including support for faster hardware, increased scalability, and improved container support for applications.
Storage and Networking: Advanced storage options, such as Storage Spaces Direct and SMB (Server Message Block) improvements for faster file sharing and data transfer.
Virtualization: Supports Hyper-V for creating and managing virtual machines, along with features like nested virtualization and better performance for virtual environments.
Licensing:
License Type: Available under various licensing models, including per-core licensing, which requires a minimum of 8 cores per processor and 16 cores per server.
User CALs: Client Access Licenses (CALs) are required for users or devices accessing the server.
Edition Restrictions: Standard edition is suitable for small to medium-sized businesses and allows for up to two virtual machines and one Hyper-V host.
Windows Server 2022 Standard is designed to provide a secure, flexible, and efficient environment for managing applications and services, making it an excellent choice for organizations looking to modernize their IT infrastructure.