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Sérgio Charruadas edited this page Mar 10, 2023 · 2 revisions

What is Windows Server and how does it work?

Windows Server is an operating system developed by Microsoft to meet the needs of businesses and organisations that require powerful and reliable servers. It provides a wide range of networking, security and server management features, enabling businesses to host services, applications and data in a secure and scalable environment. Windows Server is designed to work in conjunction with a variety of hardware and software, supporting a wide range of business technologies and applications.

Why does Windows Server matter?

All in all, Windows Server is highly customizable, scalable, and cloud-compatible, making it an essential platform for businesses and organizations that require secure and efficient server environments.

What’s the Difference Between Windows and Windows Server?

  • Windows Server is an operating system designed to meet the needs of servers and data centres, while Windows 10 is designed for use on personal computers.
  • Windows Server offers advanced networking and security features for server management, in contrast Windows 10 offers features geared towards end-user productivity.
  • While Windows Server supports a large number of concurrent users and intensive workloads, Windows 10 is designed to support a single user.
  • Windows Server generally runs without a graphical user interface to improve performance and security, while Windows 10 has a full graphical user interface to improve usability.
  • Windows Server is more expensive than Windows 10 and is generally used in enterprises and organisations, while Windows 10 is more common in home use and small businesses.
  • Windows Server has a number of virtualisation features to host virtual machines, while Windows 10 has limited virtualisation capabilities.