Windows Server 2022: Everything You Need to Know about Microsoft’s Most Robust Server Operating System

Performance and security improvements along with new hybrid cloud features were added in the September 2021 update for Windows Server 2021. Along with other features, the updated version also made life easier for IT admins and corporate architects by automating several processes regarding security and optimizing workloads. 

Key Features of Windows Server 2022

• Advanced Security Enhancements

In Microsoft Windows Server 2022, security features are prioritized. The incredibly robust approach to security starts with the inclusion of Secured-Core Serves that protects from firmware attacks by employing trusted hardware, VBS, and HVCI. In addition, encrypted communication’s security and efficiency are improved because the use of TLS 1.3 is enabled by default in Windows Server 2022.

• Improved Performance and Scalability

Windows Server 2011 updated IT professionals’ ability to operate on multiple complex tasks simultaneously. With this updated version, a server is allowed 2048 logical processors with 48TB of RAM per server in high-performance computing. This dramatically increases the scalability of the server.

• Hybrid Cloud Integration with Azure

Microsoft has Improved Azure Integration with servers in Windows 2022 becomes easier with the Azure features like Automanage, Arc, and Stack Infrastructure. Windows Admin Center simplifies the handling of both on-premises and cloud systems.

Windows Server 2022 Editions

Windows Server 2022 comes in three distinct types, each for different needs.

• Windows Server 2022 Standard-A is suitable for smaller and medium enterprise businesses.
• Windows Server 2022 Datacenter- This type is for larger enterprises that require high levels of virtualization.
• Windows Server 2022 Datacenter: Azure Edition- This version is optimized for hybrid cloud environments and has integrated Azure features only.

Whatever option suits your business best, will entirely depend on its unique requirements and infrastructure.

Deployment and Licensing Options

• Installation Methods

Windows Server 2022 comes with the following installation methods:

Graphical User Interface (GUI) Mode

Server Core Mode (A streamlined version for optimal security and performance)

• Licensing Models

Like its predecessors, Windows Server 2022 license sticks to the pay-per-core licensing structure. Organizations need to buy licenses which depend on the server’s physical or virtual core. User access might also require additional device CALs.

Benefits of Upgrading to Windows Server 2022

• Advanced security features with stronger protection against threats.
• To Use With Workloads and Cloud Applications: Better Performance.
• Azure Integration Enables Seamless Hybrid Cloud Support.
• To guarantee long-term stability, extended lifecycle support ensures stability.
• Enhanced networking with Better SMB and QUIC protocol support.

Conclusion

Because of enhanced performance, hybrid cloud capabilities, and better security, Windows Server 2022 stands out as the best option for modernizing the infrastructure of businesses. It is a powerful and secure server operating system designed for modern IT environments.