Windows Server
Designed to operate and manage networked environments, providing a wide range of features for seamless application hosting, data storage, and network connectivity. Windows Server is your gateway to empowering enterprises, delivering a wide range of features that promote streamlined operations and optimized resource management. Find out which edition of Windows Server works best for your needs from our current editions below.
If you have any questions about how Windows Server works or which license you should use for your system, contact one of our US-based Microsoft licensing engineers via email or chat.
2022 *NEW* - Windows Server 2022 is the next generation of cloud computing. It introduces advanced multi-layer security, hybrid capabilities with Azure, and a flexible application platform. Buy Windows Server 2022 products here.
2019 - The tried and true version of Windows Server with many additional features. Buy Windows Server 2019 products here.
2016 - The industry-standard version of Windows Server. Buy Windows Server 2016 products here.
Enhance Your IT Infrastructure
Windows server is your gateway to empowered enterprises, offering comprehensive features that drive streamlined operations and optimized resource management. Determine which edition is best for your environment.
Windows Server Standard
Windows Server Standard is a cornerstone in the IT industry, offering a balanced blend of essential features and scalability that caters to a wide spectrum of buisness need.
Virtualization
Create and manages virtual instances for optimized resource use and enhanced scalability.
Active Directory
Centrally manage users, devices, and resources for secure authentication and network administration.
Data Protection
Comprehensive set of built-in security features and tools designed to safeguard sensitive information.Windows Server Datacenter
Windows Server Datacenter provides enhanced virtualization and greater scalability, catering to complex IT environments and demanding performance needs.
Unlimited Virtual Instances
Generate limitless virtual machines(VMs) on one server, removing licensing worries and enabling dynamic infrastructure adjustments based on workload needs.
Enhanced Virtualization
With tools like Hyper-V replica, replicate VMs to a backup, securing data and enabling a swift recovery, minimizing downtime risks.Adaptable Licensing for Any business
Windows Server provides a range of licensing choices designed to accommodate a wide spectrum of business requirements.
Local User/Device CALs
Generate limitless virtual machines(VMs) on one server, removing licensing worries and enabling dynamic infrastructure adjustments based on workload needs.
Remote Desktop Services (RDS)
RDS CALs enable remote access to applications, desktops, and resources, fostering a virtualized environment for the efficient remote work and application utilization.Windows Server Licensing Comparison
Determine which edition is best for your environment
| Windows Server | Version/Edition | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feature |
2022 Standard |
2022 Datacenter |
2019 Standard |
2019 Datacenter |
2019 Essentials |
2016 Standard |
2016 Datacenter |
2016 Essentials |
| Processing Power | 16 core minimum | 16 core minimum | 16 core minimum | 16 core minimum | 1-2 CPU | 16 core minimum | 16 core minimum | 1-2 CPU |
| CALs | Per User/Device | Per User/Device | Per User/Device | Per User/Device | Per User/Device | Per User/Device | ||
| VM Support | 2 VMs (per fully licensed host) | Unlimited | 2 VMs (per fully licensed host) | Unlimited | 2 VMs (per fully licensed host) | Unlimited | ||
| Core Functionality | ||||||||
| Hybrid integration | ||||||||
| OSEs/Hyper-V isolated containers | 2 | Unlimited | 2 | Unlimited | 2 | Unlimited | ||
| Windows Server Containers | Unlimited | Unlimited | ||||||
| Storage Migration Service | ||||||||
| Storage Replica | Limited to single Storage Replica volume up to 2TB | |||||||
| Software-defined networking | ||||||||
| Software-defined storage | ||||||||
| Host Guardian Service | ||||||||
| Nano Server | ||||||||
| Shielded Virtual Machines | ||||||||
| Networking stack | ||||||||