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Identity Platform via Microsoft Active Directory® Domain Controller on Windows Server 2012 DC

by Art Group

A dependable and secure image, providing centralized identity, policy, and access management for enterprise environments.

Identity Platform via Microsoft Active Directory® Domain Controller on Windows Server 2012 DC: Foundational Identity and Access Infrastructure

Enterprise-grade Active Directory® services built on Windows Server 2012 for secure and centralized IT management.

Deploy Microsoft Active Directory® Domain Services (AD DS) on Windows Server 2012 Datacenter to establish a dependable domain controller for unified identity and resource access management. This configuration ensures robust authentication, policy-based governance, and seamless integration across enterprise systems.

FeatureArt Group EditionStandard Edition
DeploymentPreconfigured AD DS roles with optimized 2012 setup for fast deployment.Manual configuration and role installation required.
PerformanceTuned for reliable domain replication and directory queries.Standard performance parameters.
SecurityConfigured with secure defaults, legacy protocol restrictions, and strong policies.Requires manual hardening and configuration.
ManageabilitySupports Group Policy, MMC tools, PowerShell, and remote admin interfaces.Basic server management only.
IntegrationSeamless interoperability with legacy and modern enterprise systems.Manual integration steps required.

This image is ideal for enterprises maintaining legacy systems or hybrid networks that rely on a stable and secure Active Directory® foundation. It offers dependable directory performance, simplified domain management, and broad compatibility across platforms.

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