Windows Server 2022 Core

Windows Server 2022 Core is a minimal installation option designed to enhance security, performance, and efficiency. By removing the graphical user interface (GUI), it reduces the attack surface, lowers maintenance requirements, and minimises resource usage. It is ideal for servers performing specific roles, container hosts, and hybrid Azure scenarios.

Key Features

• Advanced Security: Includes Secured-core OS, firmware protection via System Guard, and SMB AES-256 encryption to reduce risk from malware and firmware vulnerabilities.
• Optimised Performance: Smaller disk footprint (~1 GB for installation, ~2 GB for operation) and low memory requirements (512 MB minimum). Comes with a 30 GB disk and pre-installed Azure PowerShell modules.
• Minimalist Interface: No desktop or standard GUI elements; managed via PowerShell, Windows Admin Center, or remote tools such as RSAT.
• Modern Application Support: Supports file server migration (including NetApp FAS), Windows containers with cross-version compatibility, and containerisation tools for .NET, ASP.NET, and IIS applications.
• Ideal Use Cases: Domain controllers, certificate authorities, Hyper-V hosts, DNS/DHCP servers, and environments requiring high security and low administration overhead.

Benefits

• Reduced maintenance and management due to minimal installation.
• Lower attack surface and enhanced security.
• Efficient resource usage and optimised disk space.
• Native hybrid Azure integration and remote management capability.

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